"vigilant, watchful in battle"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: Irish
Kacie
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"brave"
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The Story of Kacie
Kacie is a phonetic variant of Casey, an anglicization of the Irish surname O Cathasaigh, meaning descendant of Cathasach. The root cathasach means vigilant or watchful in battle. Casey transitioned from a surname to a given name in 19th century America, becoming popular for both boys and girls. Kacie emerged as a distinctly feminine spelling in the 1980s-90s.
Casey and its variants peaked in the 1980s and 1990s in the US, driven by TV personalities and the gender-neutral naming trend of that era. The variant spelling Kacie gave parents a way to signal a more feminine identity for the name while retaining its familiar sound.
The name Casey is celebrated in American folklore through the poem Casey at the Bat and folk hero Casey Jones. Kacie represents the American tradition of adapting Irish names and reimagining them for new generations with fresh spellings.
Historical Record
Kacie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 12,674 babies have been named Kacie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kacie is past its peak , currently ranked #1,793 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Casey Jones, the legendary railroad engineer, made the name Casey a symbol of American heroism in 1900
- Casey is one of the few traditional Irish names equally popular for boys and girls in the US
Kacie in Other Languages
Irish
Cathasach
French
Casey
Spanish
Casey
Popularity Over Time
#1,793
Current Rank
Peaked 1984
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,793
- Total SSA Count
- 112
- Cultural Origins
- American Irish English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Kace
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kacie
What does the name Kacie mean?
"vigilant, watchful in battle" (from Irish Gaelic). "brave" (from American English). Kacie is a phonetic variant of Casey, an anglicization of the Irish surname O Cathasaigh, meaning descendant of Cathasach. The root cathasach means vigilant or watchful in battle. Casey transitioned from a surname to a given name in 19th century America, becoming popular for both boys and girls. Kacie emerged as a distinctly feminine spelling in the 1980s-90s.
What is the origin of the name Kacie?
Kacie has Irish Gaelic, American English, American, Irish, and English origins. In Irish Gaelic, it means "vigilant, watchful in battle". In American English, it means "brave".
Is Kacie a boy or girl name?
Kacie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1793. As a boy name, it is ranked #40604. Kacie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Kacie?
Kacie is currently ranked #1793 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kacie?
Common nicknames for Kacie include Kace.
What are good middle names for Kacie?
Popular middle name pairings include Kacie Marie, Kacie Ann, Kacie Lynn, Kacie Jo, Kacie Lee, Kacie Elise, and Kacie Grace.
What are good sibling names for Kacie?
Names that pair well with Kacie as siblings include Tyler, Brady, Logan, Riley, Hayley, Bailey, and Kyle.
How many syllables does Kacie have?
Kacie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Kacie a common or rare name?
Kacie is an uncommon name, ranked #1793 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Kacie?
Related spellings include Kaci.
About the Name Kacie
Kacie is a girl name with American, Irish, and English origins . The name means "vigilant, watchful in battle" in Irish Gaelic .
Is Kacie a boy or girl name? Kacie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,793 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #40,604. Kacie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Kacie is currently ranked #1,793 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Kacie has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Kacie include Kace. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kacie include Kaci . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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