"vigilant, watchful"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: English
Kayce
Girl Name
#2,143 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A spunky American name with watchful Irish roots
American
Irish
English
Modern
Playful
Bold
Meaning & Origin
Things to Know About This Name
- Strongly associated with a male character on the TV series Yellowstone (since 2018)
The Story of Kayce
Kayce is a phonetic spelling of Casey, which derives from the Irish Gaelic Cathasaigh, meaning vigilant or watchful. The name has been used for both boys and girls in America since the 20th century, and the Kayce spelling gives it a distinctly modern, American feel while preserving the familiar sound.
Kayce gained attention partly from the hit Paramount Network series Yellowstone (2018-present), where Kayce Dutton is a central male character. This has made the name more recognizable while also associating it with a masculine character.
The Casey/Kayce name family has American folk hero resonance from Casey Jones, the legendary railroad engineer, and Casey at the Bat, Ernest Thayer's iconic 1888 baseball poem.
Fun Facts
- The original Irish name Cathasaigh dates back over 1,000 years
- Casey Jones, the legendary railroad engineer, made the name part of American folklore
- Kacey Musgraves, the Grammy-winning singer, brought a similar spelling into pop culture
Kayce in Other Languages
Irish
Cathasaigh
French
Casey
Spanish
Casey
Famous People Named Kayce
K
Kacey Musgraves
Musician
1988
Grammy-winning American country-pop singer-songwriter
K
Kayce Dutton Fictional
Other
Central character in the Paramount Network series Yellowstone, played by Luke Grimes
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,143
- Total SSA Count
- 89
- Cultural Origins
- American Irish English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Kay
Pairs Well With
Kayce Jo
Kayce Lynn
Kayce Marie
Kayce Anne
Kayce Renee
Kayce Nicole
Kayce Elizabeth
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Kayce is also used as a boy name, ranked #420.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kayce
What does the name Kayce mean?
"vigilant, watchful" (from Irish Gaelic). Kayce is a phonetic spelling of Casey, which derives from the Irish Gaelic Cathasaigh, meaning vigilant or watchful. The name has been used for both boys and girls in America since the 20th century, and the Kayce spelling gives it a distinctly modern, American feel while preserving the familiar sound.
What is the origin of the name Kayce?
Kayce has Irish Gaelic, American, Irish, and English origins. In Irish Gaelic, it means "vigilant, watchful".
Is Kayce a boy or girl name?
Kayce is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2143. As a boy name, it is ranked #420. Kayce is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Kayce?
Kayce is currently ranked #2143 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kayce?
Common nicknames for Kayce include Kay.
What are good middle names for Kayce?
Popular middle name pairings include Kayce Jo, Kayce Lynn, Kayce Marie, Kayce Anne, Kayce Renee, Kayce Nicole, and Kayce Elizabeth.
What are good sibling names for Kayce?
Names that pair well with Kayce as siblings include Rylee, Brody, Tatum, Logan, Harley, Sawyer, and Blake.
How many syllables does Kayce have?
Kayce has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Kayce a common or rare name?
Kayce is an uncommon name, ranked #2143 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Kayce
Kayce is a girl name with American, Irish, and English origins . The name means "vigilant, watchful" in Irish Gaelic .
Is Kayce a boy or girl name? Kayce is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,143 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #420. Kayce is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kayce is currently ranked #2,143 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Kayce has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Kayce include Kay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kayce include Kaycee, Kaycie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.