Kay vs Stacey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kay

Boy #6,417 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rejoice; pure"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,417
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kay Rank #6,417
Stacey Rank #6,364

Stacey is more popular, ranked #6364 vs #6417 for Kay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kay or Stacey more popular?

Stacey is more popular, ranked #6364 compared to Kay at #6417 in the United States.

What do Kay and Stacey mean?

Kay means "rejoice; pure" (Latin origin). Stacey means "resurrection, one who will rise again" (Greek origin).

Are Kay and Stacey boy or girl names?

Kay is primarily a boy name. Stacey is primarily a boy name.

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