"brave in battle, vigilant in war"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: Irish
Kasey
Pronunciation: [ k-AS-ee ]
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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.
Historical Record
Kasey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 33,220 babies have been named Kasey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kasey is past its peak , currently ranked #1,597 for girl names in the US .
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
Popularity Over Time
#1,597
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1988
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Kasey
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Kacey Musgraves
Musician
1988
American country-pop singer-songwriter who won Album of the Year at the 2019 Grammy Awards for Golden Hour
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Casey Stoner
Athlete
1985
Australian MotoGP motorcycle racer and two-time world champion (2007, 2011)
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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
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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.
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