Pacey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAY-see / /ˈpeɪ.si/English; Irish
Meaning
from the place of the pasque flower (English); a form of the name 'Pace' (Irish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Pacey is derived from a surname that refers to a location associated with the pasque flower, symbolizing spring and renewal. In Irish, it is a variant of the name Pace, which has historical roots in Gaelic culture.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Pacey
- Pace
International Variants
- Pacey (English)
Famous people named Pacey
Pacey Witter — character from 'Dawson's Creek'.
Pacey McGowan — character from 'The Secret Life of the American Teenager'.
Fictional characters named Pacey
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pacey was first seen in the United States in 1998. Pacey has ranked as high as #1247 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in Ohio, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Pacey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pacey (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 52 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 27 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 22 |