Kaisey

“pure, alert”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7431US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

140All-time births

📅 Since 199000

What does Kaisey mean and where does it come from?

Kaisey is a modern variant of the name Casey, originally derived from the Irish Gaelic 'Caiside' meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful.' It has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century, particularly in the context of unique and feminine twists on traditional names. Although not o

Cultural significance

Kaisey has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pure, alert.

Peak popularity

Reached #7995 in 1993 — currently #7431 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kaisey?

Kaisey works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kaisey Grace

How popular is Kaisey right now?

Rising fast — up 827 spots — currently #7431 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#7431 · Top 5.5%

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2000

2015

2020

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7431	15	▲ up 827 · +15% births
2022	#8258	13	▲ up 3347 · +63% births
2021	#11605	8	▼ down 2468 · -27% births
2020	#9137	11	▲ up 8139 · +120% births
2015	#17276	5	▼ down 5894 · -37% births
2000	#11382	8	▼ down 2165 · -11% births
1990	#9217	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kaisey

Best Year2023Rank #7431

Peak Count15

Average Rank#10615

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 20237 years

The story of Kaisey

Kaisey is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 140 total births recorded, Kaisey remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9217 in 1990 to #7431 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kaisey in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Kaisey by decade

Kaisey peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	41
2000s	31
2010s ★	57
2020s	11

💎Kaisey has only 140 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kaisey?

Common

KaiKaisKaisieKaisyIsey

What names sound and feel like Kaisey?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kaisey also consider these

American · Derived from Kays

Kalsey

American · variant of Kelsey,

Kaysey

American · possibly derived from

Kassey

American · English

Kasey

American · Derived from the

Daisey

English · Day's eye

Common questions about the name Kaisey

What does the name Kaisey mean?

Kaisey means "pure, alert" — 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 Kaisey?

Kaisey is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kaisey have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kaisey?

Kaisey 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.

Is Kaisey trending right now?

Kaisey is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Kaisey a common or rare name?

Kaisey is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.