Kasey

Pronunciation: [ k-AS-ee ]

Girl Name #1,597 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

Irish bravery in a breezy, all-American package

American Irish-American

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Meaning & Origin

"brave in battle, vigilant in war"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Language: Irish

The Story of Kasey

Kasey is a variant spelling of Casey, which derives from the Irish Gaelic Cathasaigh, meaning vigilant in war or brave in battle, from cath (battle) and -asach (brave, watchful). The name began as an Irish surname and became a popular given name in America, particularly after the legendary locomotive engineer John Luther Casey Jones became a folk hero.

Casey and its variants including Kasey have been popular gender-neutral names in the US since the 1970s-80s. Kasey gained particular traction for girls in the 1990s-2000s as parents sought familiar sounds with feminine spelling variants. Country singer Kacey Musgraves has kept the sound fresh in pop culture.

The legend of Casey Jones, the railroad engineer who sacrificed his life to save his passengers in 1900, became one of America's great folk ballads. Casey at the Bat (1888) is one of the most famous poems in American baseball culture.

Fun Facts

John Luther Casey Jones, the legendary railroad engineer, died in 1900 holding his brakes to save his passengers
Kacey Musgraves won Album of the Year at the 2019 Grammy Awards for Golden Hour
Casey at the Bat by Ernest Thayer (1888) is one of the most recited poems in American culture

Kasey in Other Languages

Irish Cathasaigh

French Casey

German Kasey

English Casey

Spanish Kasey

Famous People Named Kasey

Kacey Musgraves

Musician

1988

American country-pop singer-songwriter who won Album of the Year at the 2019 Grammy Awards for Golden Hour

Casey Stoner

Athlete

1985

Australian MotoGP motorcycle racer and two-time world champion (2007, 2011)

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,597
Total SSA Count: 131
Cultural Origins: American Irish-American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Kase

Pairs Well With

Kasey Ann Kasey Mae Kasey Lynn Kasey Grace Kasey Jo Kasey Renee

Sibling Names

Brady Aidan Riley Morgan Quinn Peyton

Also a Boy Name

Kasey is also used as a boy name, ranked #1165.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kasey

What does the name Kasey mean?

"brave in battle, vigilant in war" (from Irish Gaelic). Kasey is a variant spelling of Casey, which derives from the Irish Gaelic Cathasaigh, meaning vigilant in war or brave in battle, from cath (battle) and -asach (brave, watchful). The name began as an Irish surname and became a popular given name in America, particularly after the legendary locomotive engineer John Luther Casey Jones became a folk hero.

What is the origin of the name Kasey?

Kasey has Irish Gaelic, American, and Irish-American origins. In Irish Gaelic, it means "brave in battle, vigilant in war".

Is Kasey a boy or girl name?

Kasey is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1597. As a boy name, it is ranked #1165. Kasey is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Kasey?

Kasey is pronounced k-AS-ee.

How popular is the name Kasey?

Kasey is currently ranked #1597 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Kasey?

Common nicknames for Kasey include Kase.

What are good middle names for Kasey?

Popular middle name pairings include Kasey Ann, Kasey Mae, Kasey Lynn, Kasey Grace, Kasey Jo, and Kasey Renee.

What are good sibling names for Kasey?

Names that pair well with Kasey as siblings include Brady, Aidan, Riley, Morgan, Quinn, and Peyton.

How many syllables does Kasey have?

Kasey has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Kasey a common or rare name?

Kasey is an uncommon name, ranked #1597 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Kasey

Kasey is a girl name with American and Irish-American origins . The name means "brave in battle, vigilant in war" in Irish Gaelic .

Is Kasey a boy or girl name? Kasey is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,597 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,165. Kasey is more commonly used as a boy name.

Kasey is currently ranked #1,597 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Kasey has 2 syllables and is pronounced k-AS-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Kasey include Kase. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.