Holding steady.
Popularity of Kasee since 1972
Babies named Kasee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 57 |
| 1980s | 136 |
| 1990s | 148 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kasee is a modern American respelling of the classic Irish surname Casey, which has been used as a given name since the 20th century. The earliest recorded instance of Kasee in U.S. Social Security data is 1972, and its peak year of usage was 1990, reflecting the late-80s and early-90s trend of phonetically creative names for girls. Although it has never entered the top 1,000, the name has maintained a low but steady presence, with a stable trajectory in recent years. Kasee's appeal lies in its familiar sound and distinctive spelling, offering a fresh twist on a traditional favorite.
Kasee is a variant spelling of Casey, which itself derives from the Irish surname Ó Cathasaigh or Mac Cathasaigh, meaning 'descendant of Cathasach,' a personal name based on cathasach meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful.' As a given name, Kasee emerged in the late 20th century as a creative respelling, particularly in the United States, following the trend of phonetic variations for girls' names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kase, Kasi, K.C.
Sibling names for Kasee
Names that share Kasee's style, for a brother or sister.
