Kasey
Kasey is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Vigilant, watchful, or brave.
Origin and history
Kasey is a phonetic spelling variant of the Irish name Casey, derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Cathasaigh. In the United States, it gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unisex given name, though it remains frequently given to girls. It offers a modern, casual alternative to traditional names while maintaining a connection to its Irish heritage.
Popularity in the United States
33,326 babies in the United States have been named Kasey since 1880. It ranks #780 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1326.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.4 %)
- CA (9.1 %)
- FL (5 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
- OH (4.8 %)
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 | 60 |
| 1960-1970 | 490 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,225 |
| 1980-1990 | 9,715 |
| 1990-2000 | 11,408 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,228 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,387 |
| 2020-2029 | 813 |
Famous people named Kasey
- Kasey Musgraves: Singer, Songwriter
- Kasey Kahne: Race car driver
Fun facts
- Kasey emerged as a contemporary spelling alternative to the traditional Irish Casey, replacing the 'C' with a 'K'.
- The name stems from the Gaelic word 'cathasach', which originally described someone who was alert or watchful in battle.