Caisey
Irish Gaelic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Caisey
The name 'Caisey' is a modern English variant of 'Casey', which originates from the Irish Gaelic surname *Ó Cathasaigh* meaning "descendant of Cathasach," where *cathasach* translates to "vigilant" or "watchful." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Ireland and the United States, with no specific religious association, though it gained popularity as a unisex given name in the 20th century.
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Etymology
The name 'Caisey' is a modern English variant of 'Casey', which originates from the Irish Gaelic surname *Ó Cathasaigh* meaning "descendant of Cathasach," where *cathasach* translates to "vigilant" or "watchful." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Ireland and the United States, with no specific religious association, though it gained popularity as a unisex given name in the 20th century.
Caisey currently ranks #12,707 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1993.
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