Casey
KAY-see
Popularity
#1053
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Irish
Total Births
193,458
Peak Year
#7,508 in 1987
First Recorded
1888
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
From the Irish surname *Ó Cathasaigh*, meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful'.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Casey Affleck
American actor and director
Casey Stoner
Australian retired professional motorcycle racer
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