“alert, spirited” — Represents qualities like liveliness and spiritedness
American origin · Unisex name
♂ 16% boys♀ 84% girls
#7091US 2023
12Births / yr
↑Rising
5.9kAll-time births
📅 Since 195600.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Kacy
KAH·ES·AY·EYE
/ˈkɑ.ˈɛs.ˈeɪ.ˈaɪ/ · stress on KAH · 3 syllables
“alert, spirited”
Represents qualities like liveliness and spiritedness · American origin
What does Kacy mean and where does it come from?
Kacy is a modern, anglicized variant of the name Casey and has gained popularity in the United States as a feminine name. The name is derived from the Irish surname 'Ó Cathasaigh' or from the Gaelic word 'cas,' meaning 'alert' or 'vigilant.' It represents qualities like liveliness and spiritedness.
Cultural significance
Kacy has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of alert, spirited.
Rising fast — up 935 spots — currently #7091 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1965–2023#7091 · Top 5.2%
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#7091
12
▲ up 935 · +20% births
2022
#8026
10
▲ up 467 · +11% births
2021
#8493
9
▼ down 2631 · -55% births
2020
#5862
20
▼ down 2078 · -50% births
2015
#3784
40
▼ down 457 · -18% births
2010
#3327
49
▼ down 1309 · -47% births
2005
#2018
93
▼ down 107 · +4% births
2000
#1911
89
▼ down 690 · -37% births
1995
#1221
141
▼ down 260 · -28% births
1990
#961
196
▲ up 18 · +25% births
1985
#979
157
▲ up 61 · +14% births
1980
#1040
138
▲ up 434 · +97% births
1975
#1474
70
▲ up 1039 · +133% births
1970
#2513
30
▲ up 1938 · +200% births
1965
#4451
10
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Kacy
1990Rank #961
196
#3543
↘Falling
1965 - 202315 years
The story of Kacy
Kacy entered American naming records in 1956 and has been in use for over 68 years. With 5,911 total births recorded, Kacy remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4451 in 1965, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7091 in 2023. Kacy is used for both genders: 84% female and 16% male.
Kacy means "alert, spirited" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Kacy?
Kacy is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kacy have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Kacy?
Kacy originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Kacy?
Kacy is a three-syllable name pronounced K AA1 EH1 S EY1 AY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Kacy?
Kacy pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Kacy
For a sister
Kacy & Madison♡
Kacy & Addison♡
Kacy & Weston♡
Kacy & Micah♡
For a brother
Kacy & Matthew♡
Kacy & Madison♡
Kacy & Wesley♡
Kacy & Weston♡
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