Kaz
Kaz is a boy's name of Japanese origin.
Meaning
Peace, harmony, or one (Japanese); or short form of Casimir (Slavic).
Origin and history
Kaz is a modern, short given name with multiple cultural roots, most commonly derived as a Japanese element meaning 'peace' or 'harmony', or as a short form of Slavic names like Casimir. It has risen slightly in contemporary U.S. usage as a sleek, single-syllable choice. Its brevity and sharp sound give it an energetic, modern feel.
Popularity in the United States
725 babies in the United States have been named Kaz since 1880. It ranks #3951 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1679.
States where it is most popular
- TX (43.8 %)
- CA (21.9 %)
- GA (14.1 %)
- FL (12.5 %)
- LA (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 25 |
| 1980-1990 | 73 |
| 1990-2000 | 98 |
| 2000-2010 | 96 |
| 2010-2019 | 180 |
| 2020-2029 | 248 |
Famous people named Kaz
- Kaz Hirai: Business Executive, CEO
Fun facts
- Kaz functions both as a standalone Japanese name element and as a traditional Western nickname for Casimir.
- Over a third of all U.S. births registered with the given name Kaz have occurred since 2020.