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Kayce

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Kayce is a unisex name of Irish origin, meaning “Kayce is a variation of Casey, an Irish name meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful'.”. It currently ranks #2138 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginIrish

What Kayce Means

Kayce is a variation of Casey, an Irish name meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful'.

The Story of Kayce

This name, born of watchful vigilance, offers a steady presence, a guardian's spirit ready to embrace the world with open eyes.

Kayce is a contemporary variation of the Irish name Casey, which itself derives from the Gaelic 'Cathasaigh,' meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful.' This name carries a sense of awareness and a protective spirit, rooted in the ancient traditions of Ireland. As a modern, often unisex, rendering, Kayce brings this heritage of watchfulness into the present day with a fresh, accessible sound.

There is a calm certainty when you speak the name 'Kayce,' a feeling of steady attentiveness. It’s a name that suggests a child who will observe the world with keen interest and offer a loyal, kind presence. You’ll find yourself smiling as you write 'Kayce' on a birthday card, picturing your child’s watchful, intelligent gaze meeting yours.

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Gender Split

Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Personality Traits

IndependentLoyalIntelligentKind

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#845 in 2024

Total Births

5,606

First Recorded

1955

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