Casey
Meaning of Casey
The name Casey is a charming unisex name that has been steadily popular in the United States for decades. Pronounced as KAY-see (/ˈkeɪsi/), this name has roots in both Irish and Gaelic origins, where it means "vigilant" or "watchful." Over time, Casey has become a beloved choice for parents seeking a versatile and friendly-sounding name for their children. With variations such as Kasey, the name maintains its appeal across different spellings. Notably, Casey saw a peak in popularity during the late 1980s and early 1990s, consistently ranking within the top 100 names during those years. While its usage has decreased slightly since then, it remains a well-loved choice, ranking at 316th in 2023 with 1,050 occurrences. Its enduring charm makes Casey a timeless option that embodies both strength and approachability.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KAY-see (/ˈkeɪsi/)
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Notable People Named Casey
| Casey Stengel - Charles Dillon "Casey" Stengel was a renowned American Major League Baseball player and manager, famous for leading the New York Yankees to multiple championships in the 1950s and later managing the New York Mets, earning him the nickname "the Ol' Perfessor" and induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966. |
| Caleb Casey McGuire Affleck-Boldt, known as Casey Affleck, is an award-winning American actor and filmmaker, recognized for his roles in various acclaimed films. |
| Casey Kasem - Kemal Amin "Casey" Kasem was a prominent American disc jockey, actor, and radio presenter known for creating and hosting popular radio countdown programs like American Top 40, as well as being the original voice of Shaggy in Scooby-Doo and Robin in Super Friends. |
| Casey Owen Neistat is a prominent American YouTube personality, filmmaker, and co-founder of the multimedia company Beme, known for founding the creative space 368. |
| Casey Jean Stoney is a former English professional football player and current head coach of San Diego Wave FC, known for her leadership as the captain of the England women's national football team and Manchester United Women. |
| Casey Wilson - Cathryn Rose "Casey" Wilson is a multi-talented American actress, comedian, screenwriter, director, and podcaster. |
| Casey McQuiston is a prominent American author known for their best-selling romance novels, including "Red, White & Royal Blue" and "One Last Stop," and was featured in Time magazine's 2022 Time 100 Next list. |
| Casey John Kotchman is a former professional baseball first baseman known for holding the major league record for consecutive error-less games at first base. |
| Casey Donovan is an Australian singer, actress, and author who gained fame by winning the second season of Australian Idol at the age of 16 and later won the third series of I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here. |
| Casey Abrams is an American musician known for his appearance on American Idol and his self-titled debut album released in 2012. |
| John Calvin Culver, also known as Casey Donovan, was a prominent American male pornographic film actor during the Golden Age of Porn, who later pursued a brief mainstream acting career and became a gay icon. |
| Casey O'Neill is a Scottish Australian mixed martial artist competing in the Flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and is ranked #14 in the UFC women's flyweight rankings as of December 19, 2023. |
| Casey Arthur Mize is a prominent American professional baseball pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, known for being the first overall pick in the 2018 MLB draft and for his college career at Auburn University. |
| Casey Gardner Jacobsen is a retired American professional basketball player known for his successful career in the NBA and Europe, particularly with Brose Baskets Bamberg in Germany. |
| Casey Patrick Biggs is an American actor, renowned for his role as the Cardassian Damar on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and has an extensive career in film, television, and stage productions. |
