Kassy

“pure”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14428US 2022

6Births / yr

↑Rising

889All-time births

📅 Since 196000

How to pronounce Kassy

kas-ee

/kas-ee/ · · 2 syllables

“pure”

American origin · Girl name

What does Kassy mean and where does it come from?

Kassy is a name that emerged as a variant of 'Cassie' and is often considered a diminutive of 'Katherine'. It gained popularity in the late 20th century in the US and can signify purity or clarity. It is perceived as modern and friendly, appealing to parents looking for fresh iterations of tradition

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #2399 in 1982 — currently #14428 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kassy?

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

Kassy Grace

How popular is Kassy right now?

Rising fast — up 327 spots — currently #14428 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2022#14428 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#14428	6	▲ up 327
2015	#14755	6	▼ down 5411 · -50% births
2010	#9344	12	▼ down 3300 · -40% births
2005	#6044	20	▼ down 1608 · -26% births
2000	#4436	27	▲ up 1626 · +80% births
1995	#6062	15	▼ down 2498 · -50% births
1990	#3564	30	▼ down 354 · +7% births
1985	#3210	28	▲ up 3850 · +211% births
1980	#7060	9	▲ up 1385 · +50% births
1975	#8445	6	▼ down 2113
1960	#6332	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kassy

Best Year1985Rank #3210

Peak Count30

Average Rank#7607

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1960 - 202211 years

The story of Kassy

Kassy entered American naming records in 1960 and has been in use for over 64 years. With 889 total births recorded, Kassy remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6332 in 1960, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14428 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Kassy in 1982:

Jennifer Jessica Amanda Sarah Melissa

Kassy by decade

Kassy peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	6
1970s	90
1980s ★	288
1990s	263
2000s	171
2010s	71

💎Kassy has only 889 total recorded births since 1960 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kassy?

Common

KasKa

What names sound and feel like Kassy?

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

Cassy

American · Pure

Dassy

American · Diminutive of Dassie,

Tassy

American · of the Tasmanian

Sassy

American · English

Bassy

American · valiant; bold

Kasy

English · a variant of

Kassi

American · A beloved name

Kaisy

American · pure

How is Kassy written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Kassy

What does the name Kassy mean?

Kassy means "pure" — 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 Kassy?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kassy?

Kassy 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 Kassy trending right now?

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

Is Kassy a common or rare name?

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