"vigilant in battle, watchful warrior"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: Irish
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"alert, observant"
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The Story of Kacey
Kacey is a variant spelling of Casey, which comes from the Irish Gaelic Cathasaigh meaning vigilant or watchful in battle. The Gaelic root cath means battle, giving the name a warrior undertone. Casey became popular as an American surname-turned-first-name, and Kacey is a variant spelling that gives it a more feminine, individualized feel.
The Casey spelling peaked for girls in the 1990s. K-spelling variants like Kacey and Kasey emerged as parents sought to feminize the name. Country singer Kacey Musgraves brought the spelling to mainstream attention, boosting it in the 2010s.
Casey is deeply embedded in American folk culture through Casey Jones (1900) and Casey at the Bat (1888). The Kacey spelling represents the modern American tradition of creative respelling.
Historical Record
Kacey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 11,749 babies have been named Kacey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kacey is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,094 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kacey Musgraves won Grammy Album of the Year in 2019 with Golden Hour
- The folk hero Casey Jones, who died saving his passengers, inspired one of America's most beloved folk songs
Kacey in Other Languages
Irish
Cathasaigh
French
Casey
German
Casey
Spanish
Casey
Popularity Over Time
#1,094
Current Rank
Rising Fast
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Kacey
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Kacey Musgraves
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1988
Grammy-winning American country-pop singer-songwriter known for Rainbow and Golden Hour
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,094
- Total SSA Count
- 225
- Cultural Origins
- American Irish English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Kace
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kacey
What does the name Kacey mean?
"vigilant in battle, watchful warrior" (from Irish Gaelic). "alert, observant" (from Gaelic). Kacey is a variant spelling of Casey, which comes from the Irish Gaelic Cathasaigh meaning vigilant or watchful in battle. The Gaelic root cath means battle, giving the name a warrior undertone. Casey became popular as an American surname-turned-first-name, and Kacey is a variant spelling that gives it a more feminine, individualized feel.
What is the origin of the name Kacey?
Kacey has Irish Gaelic, Gaelic, American, Irish, and English origins. In Irish Gaelic, it means "vigilant in battle, watchful warrior". In Gaelic, it means "alert, observant".
Is Kacey a boy or girl name?
Kacey is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1094. As a boy name, it is ranked #1045. Kacey is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Kacey?
Kacey is currently ranked #1094 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kacey?
Common nicknames for Kacey include Kace.
What are good middle names for Kacey?
Popular middle name pairings include Kacey Marie, Kacey Jo, Kacey Lynn, Kacey Mae, Kacey Renee, and Kacey Nicole.
What are good sibling names for Kacey?
Names that pair well with Kacey as siblings include Riley, Brady, Kylie, Connor, Brynn, and Logan.
How many syllables does Kacey have?
Kacey has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Kacey a common or rare name?
Kacey is an uncommon name, ranked #1094 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Kacey
Kacey is a girl name with American, Irish, and English origins . The name means "vigilant in battle, watchful warrior" in Irish Gaelic .
Is Kacey a boy or girl name? Kacey is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,094 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,045. Kacey is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kacey is currently ranked #1,094 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Kacey has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Kacey include Kace. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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