Case
Case is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Maker of boxes, chest, or container; also used as a short form of Casey.
Origin and history
Case is an English name originating as an occupational surname for a maker of boxes or chests, or as a short form of names like Casey. It has seen steady growth as a given name for boys in the United States in recent decades. Modern parents often favor it for its crisp, single-syllable, contemporary sound.
Popularity in the United States
9,926 babies in the United States have been named Case since 1880. It ranks #1203 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #649.
States where it is most popular
- TX (23.2 %)
- OH (6.3 %)
- OK (4.6 %)
- TN (4.4 %)
- CA (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 46 |
| 1970-1980 | 114 |
| 1980-1990 | 279 |
| 1990-2000 | 532 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,583 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,926 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,441 |
Famous people named Case
- Case Elliott: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Historically, Case derived from the Old French 'casier', referring to a maker of cases or boxes.
- In the United States, Case has gained traction alongside other concise, single-syllable surname names like Chase and Cash.