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Casey vs Cathy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Casey

Girl #1,055 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"vigilant, watchful"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,055
Total SSA Count
236
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Casey Rank #1,055
Cathy Rank #6,151

Casey is more popular, ranked #1055 vs #6151 for Cathy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Casey or Cathy more popular?

Casey is more popular, ranked #1055 compared to Cathy at #6151 in the United States.

What do Casey and Cathy mean?

Casey means "vigilant, watchful" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cathy means "pure" (Greek katharos origin).

Are Casey and Cathy boy or girl names?

Casey is primarily a girl name. Cathy is primarily a girl name.

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