Casey
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✦ Meaning
“Irish surname 'Ó Cathasaigh' deriving from 'Cathasach' meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful.' Evolved from an Irish family name to a popular English-language given name in the 20th century.”
Popularity Over Time
Currently ranked #310 in the United States.
Origin
Syllables
2
Nicknames
Style
Famous Bearers
- Casey Kasem (radio personality)
- Casey Affleck (actor)
Cross-Cultural Notes
Works well across Irish and English-speaking cultures
People Also Ask
Irish surname 'Ó Cathasaigh' deriving from 'Cathasach' meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful.' Evolved from an Irish family name to a popular English-language given name in the 20th century.
Casey is currently ranked #310 in the United States. Usage has stayed pretty consistent over the past decade.
Popular nicknames for Casey include Case.
Names that pair beautifully with Casey include Riley, Asher, Jaden, Rowan.