Lacy
Lacy is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
From Lassy (a Norman place name); belonging to Lascius.
Origin and history
Lacy is an English name derived from a French place name, Lassy in Normandy, which originated as a Roman estate name. Historically used as both a surname and a given name, it gained popularity in the late 20th century in the United States. Though less common today, it remains a recognized classic with a soft, melodic sound.
Popularity in the United States
20,211 babies in the United States have been named Lacy since 1880. It ranks #1055 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1694.
States where it is most popular
- TX (15.8 %)
- CA (8.1 %)
- OK (4.9 %)
- LA (4.3 %)
- FL (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 36 |
| 1890-1900 | 127 |
| 1900-1910 | 151 |
| 1910-1920 | 251 |
| 1920-1930 | 238 |
| 1930-1940 | 169 |
| 1940-1950 | 163 |
| 1950-1960 | 174 |
| 1960-1970 | 345 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,717 |
| 1980-1990 | 8,405 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,353 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,348 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,327 |
| 2020-2029 | 407 |
Famous people named Lacy
- Lacy J. Dalton: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The surname Lacy came to England with the Norman Conquest in 1066, originating from towns named Lassy in Calvados and Orne, France.
- In the United States, Lacy peaked in popularity as a given female name during the 1980s.