Kacy is a unique and charming feminine given name of English origin. It is derived from the medieval English name "Katherine," which means "pure" or "clear." Katherine itself has Greek roots, tracing back to the word "katharos," meaning "pure."
The name Kacy is often associated with strength, grace, and independence due to its historical figure bearer, Catherine of Siena, a 14th-century Italian saint known for her courage, wisdom, and perseverance. However, it is essential not to confuse Kacy with the masculine given name "Kacey," which also exists but has different origins and meanings.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures named Kacy or Katherine, including Catherine the Great, an 18th-century Russian empress; Catherine Parr, the sixth and final wife of Henry VIII of England; and Katherine Hepburn, a renowned American actress known for her independent and strong-willed characters. These figures have contributed to the reputation of this name as one that embodies power, elegance, and determination.
Today, Kacy continues to be a popular choice among parents looking for distinctive yet approachable names for their daughters. It is often spelled in various ways, such as Casey or Kacie, but its core meaning remains unchanged: "pure" or "clear." The name Kacy has been used consistently throughout the 20th century and gained popularity in the United States during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
The name Kacy experienced significant popularity from the late 1960s to the early 1980s, with peaks in 1973 (31 births), 1975 (35 births), and 1985 (27 births). After a decline in the late 1980s and early 1990s, it saw some resurgence in the mid-1990s to early 2000s, with around 20-30 births per year. However, since then, its popularity has dwindled, with fewer than 15 births annually from 2006 onwards, and only single-digit births recorded consistently from 2011 onwards. As of 2023, the total number of births named Kacy stands at 976 over the span of six decades.