Kasen
Kasen is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern coinage with no established historical meaning; often interpreted as 'pure' if linked to Katherine, or derived from surname origins like Cason.
Origin and history
Kasen is a modern American name that arose as a contemporary creation, likely inspired by names like Cason, Kason, or Case. It gained traction in the early 21st century alongside the trend for names ending in the 'n' sound. It has seen a steady rise in usage in the United States, particularly since 2000.
Popularity in the United States
11,414 babies in the United States have been named Kasen since 1880. It ranks #1108 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #508.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.7 %)
- OH (5.1 %)
- CA (5 %)
- WA (4.4 %)
- GA (4.4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 146 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,701 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,080 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,487 |
Fun facts
- Kasen first entered the official Social Security Administration top 1000 list for boys in the late 2000s.
- It shares its pronunciation with other popular spelling variations such as Kason, Cason, and Kayson.