Kaysey
Irish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Kaysey
The name 'Kaysey' is a modern American variant of the Irish surname Casey, derived from the Gaelic *Ó Cathasaigh* meaning "descendant of Cathasach," where *cathasach* means "vigilant" or "watchful." It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, particularly the United States, with no specific religious affiliation, and gained modest popularity as a given name in the late 20th century without notable historical figures.
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Etymology
The name 'Kaysey' is a modern American variant of the Irish surname Casey, derived from the Gaelic *Ó Cathasaigh* meaning "descendant of Cathasach," where *cathasach* means "vigilant" or "watchful." It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, particularly the United States, with no specific religious affiliation, and gained modest popularity as a given name in the late 20th century without notable historical figures.
Kaysey currently ranks #16,471 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1993.
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