Kacey
Kacey is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Vigilant or watchful; also derived from the initials K.C.
Origin and history
Kacey is an English name derived either as a phonetic spelling of the initials 'K.C.' or as a variant of the Irish surname Casey. It gained popularity in the late 20th century in the United States and remains a familiar, modern choice for girls. It offers a friendly, approachable sound while maintaining a contemporary feel.
Popularity in the United States
11,961 babies in the United States have been named Kacey since 1880. It ranks #1479 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1086.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.3 %)
- TX (12.2 %)
- NY (6.6 %)
- FL (6.1 %)
- PA (5.2 %)
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 | 28 |
| 1960-1970 | 106 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,037 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,645 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,158 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,172 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,592 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,223 |
Famous people named Kacey
- Kacey Musgraves: Singer, Songwriter
- Kacey Barnfield: Actress
Fun facts
- Kacey developed both as an alternative spelling of the Irish surname Casey and as an initialism for names starting with K. C.
- Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves brought increased visibility to this spelling of the name.