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Kacee

♂ Boy

Pronounced KAY-see /ˈkeɪ.si/High

Meaning: A spelling of Casey — from the Irish O Cathasaigh, 'vigilant, watchful' (and 'brave in battle'); used for both sexes; here for boys; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Vigilant; watchful; brave: Kacee spells Casey — 'vigilant; brave'. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for boys).
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Origin LowIrish
MeaningA spelling of Casey — from the Irish O Cathasaigh, 'vigilant, watchful' (and 'brave in battle'); used for both sexes; here for boys; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#6295 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 290

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319802024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kacee is a spelling of Casey — from the Irish O Cathasaigh, 'vigilant, watchful' (and 'brave in battle'; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name, used for both sexes, here for boys (slug distinguished; nickname Kace).

It registers thinly in this spelling. Rare, vigilant-and-brave at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Casey comes from the Irish O Cathasaigh, 'vigilant, watchful' (and 'brave in battle') — Kacee is a -ee spelling, crisp and modern, used for both sexes (here for boys; the routes are layered; said 'KAY-see').
Overall data confidence 48%
Behind the Name — Casey — routes layered

Variations

CaseyKaceyKasey

Nicknames

Kace

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kacee mean?

Kacee spells Casey — Irish 'vigilant, watchful; brave'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Kacee?

It's said KAY-see /ˈkeɪ.si/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kacee a boy or girl name?

Kacee is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Kacee?

Kacee is a rare name in the U.S.

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