Casey
Casey: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkeɪsi/
Meaning and origin of Casey
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A female given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Anglicisation of an Irish surname Ó Cathasaigh (literally “descendant of (a person named) Watchful”).
How popular is Casey?
Since 1880, 78,100 girls and 116,675 boys in the U.S. have been named Casey (40% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #80 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #80 in 1987. In 2025 it ranked #320 for boys, with 1,300 babies given the name.
Names similar to Casey
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Casey FAQ
What does the name Casey mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. A female given name transferred from the surname. Anglicisation of an Irish surname Ó Cathasaigh (literally “descendant of (a person named) Watchful”).
What is the origin of the name Casey?
Casey is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Casey?
Since 1880, 78,100 girls and 116,675 boys in the U.S. have been named Casey (40% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #80 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #80 in 1987. In 2025 it ranked #320 for boys, with 1,300 babies given the name.
Is Casey a boy or girl name?
Casey is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (78,100 girls and 116,675 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.