Kasey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-see / ˈkeɪ.siIrish; English
Meaning
Irish: vigilant; English: alert
Historical & Cultural Background
Kasey is derived from the Irish name 'Caoimhín', which means 'gentle' or 'handsome'. It has also been used as a diminutive of the name 'Katherine' in English-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly as a unisex name.
Trend Summary
Kasey has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Casey
- Kacey
- Kaci
International Variants
- Caoimhe (Irish)
- Kacey (English)
Famous people named Kasey
Kasey Kahne is a professional NASCAR driver known for his achievements in stock car racing.
Kasey Musgraves is a Grammy Award-winning country music singer and songwriter.
Kasey Chambers is an Australian country music singer and songwriter.
Kasey McCoy is a notable American artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Kasey
Kasey is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for her adventurous spirit.
Kasey is a character in the book series 'The Kasey Chronicles', where she embarks on various adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kasey was first seen in the United States in 1950. Kasey has ranked as high as #407 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kasey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kasey (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 16 | |
| TX | 16 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| LA | 6 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| NJ | 5 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 29 |
| 1963 | 25 |
| 1964 | 25 |
| 1965 | 73 |
| 1966 | 73 |
| 1967 | 55 |
| 1968 | 90 |
| 1969 | 96 |
| 1970 | 146 |
| 1971 | 158 |
| 1972 | 232 |
| 1973 | 241 |
| 1974 | 286 |
| 1975 | 309 |
| 1976 | 305 |
| 1977 | 367 |
| 1978 | 511 |
| 1979 | 670 |
| 1980 | 653 |
| 1981 | 746 |
| 1982 | 724 |
| 1983 | 770 |
| 1984 | 866 |
| 1985 | 876 |
| 1986 | 1,181 |
| 1987 | 1,315 |
| 1988 | 1,298 |
| 1989 | 1,286 |
| 1990 | 1,333 |
| 1991 | 1,305 |
| 1992 | 1,394 |
| 1993 | 1,200 |
| 1994 | 1,128 |
| 1995 | 1,154 |
| 1996 | 1,123 |
| 1997 | 944 |
| 1998 | 1,004 |
| 1999 | 823 |
| 2000 | 750 |
| 2001 | 617 |
| 2002 | 566 |
| 2003 | 531 |
| 2004 | 487 |
| 2005 | 473 |
| 2006 | 516 |
| 2007 | 494 |
| 2008 | 440 |
| 2009 | 354 |
| 2010 | 345 |
| 2011 | 274 |
| 2012 | 257 |
| 2013 | 247 |
| 2014 | 247 |
| 2015 | 237 |
| 2016 | 208 |
| 2017 | 218 |
| 2018 | 196 |
| 2019 | 158 |
| 2020 | 150 |
| 2021 | 161 |
| 2022 | 144 |
| 2023 | 121 |
| 2024 | 131 |