Casey Kiss

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Casey Kiss — Celtic
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Casey Kiss is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Casey is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. Casey is a given name, originally derived from the Irish Gaelic cathasaigh, meaning "vigilant" or "watchful". It can be used as a nickname for the name Cassandra or the initials K.C. It is in use for girls or boys in both the United States, the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries. It has ranked among the 1,000 most used names for American boys between 1900 and 1919 and again from 1942 to 2022. It was the 336th most popular name for boys born in the United States in 2022. The surname Kiss: Ágnes Kiss (born 2005), Hungarian sprint canoeist Alexandru Kiss (born 1959), Romanian footballer Antal Kiss (1935–2021), Hungarian athlete August Kiss (1802–1865), German sculptor Béla Kiss (1877–1916), Hungarian serial killer Bence Kiss (born 1999), Hungarian footballer Cássia Kiss (born 1958), Brazilian actress Dora Kiss (born 1986), Hungarian tennis player and actress Edmund Kiss (1886–1960), German pseudo-archaeologist Elizabeth Kiss (born 1961), American academic Gergely Kiss (born 1977), Hungarian water polo player Géza Kiss (1882–1952), Hungarian freestyle swimmer Ioan Kiss (1901–2006). Casey is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 45K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Casey reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Casey

Celtic

Casey is a given name, originally derived from the Irish Gaelic cathasaigh, meaning "vigilant" or "watchful". It can be used as a nickname for the name Cassandra or the initials K.C. It is in use for girls or boys in both the United States, the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries. It has ranked among the 1,000 most used names for American boys between 1900 and 1919 and again from 1942 to 2022. It was the 336th most popular name for boys born in the United States in 2022.

Surname: Kiss

English

Ágnes Kiss (born 2005), Hungarian sprint canoeist Alexandru Kiss (born 1959), Romanian footballer Antal Kiss (1935–2021), Hungarian athlete August Kiss (1802–1865), German sculptor Béla Kiss (1877–1916), Hungarian serial killer Bence Kiss (born 1999), Hungarian footballer Cássia Kiss (born 1958), Brazilian actress Dora Kiss (born 1986), Hungarian tennis player and actress Edmund Kiss (1886–1960), German pseudo-archaeologist Elizabeth Kiss (born 1961), American academic Gergely Kiss (born 1977), Hungarian water polo player Géza Kiss (1882–1952), Hungarian freestyle swimmer Ioan Kiss (1901–2006).

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Casey is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Casey by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
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Notable People Named Casey Kiss

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Casey Kiss:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Casey?
The first name Casey originates from Celtic. Casey is a given name, originally derived from the Irish Gaelic cathasaigh, meaning "vigilant" or "watchful". It can be used as a nickname for the name Cassandra or the initials K.C. It is in use for girls or boys in both the United States, the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries. It has ranked among the 1,000 most used names for American boys between 1900 and 1919 and again from 1942 to 2022. It was the 336th most popular name for boys born in the United States in 2022.
When was Casey most popular?
The name Casey reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kiss?
The surname Kiss originates from English. Ágnes Kiss (born 2005), Hungarian sprint canoeist Alexandru Kiss (born 1959), Romanian footballer Antal Kiss (1935–2021), Hungarian athlete August Kiss (1802–1865), German sculptor Béla Kiss (1877–1916), Hungarian serial killer Bence Kiss (born 1999), Hungarian footballer Cássia Kiss (born 1958), Brazilian actress Dora Kiss (born 1986), Hungarian tennis player and actress Edmund Kiss (1886–1960), German pseudo-archaeologist Elizabeth Kiss (born 1961), American academic Gergely Kiss (born 1977), Hungarian water polo player Géza Kiss (1882–1952), Hungarian freestyle swimmer Ioan Kiss (1901–2006).
What are the origins of the name Casey Kiss?
The name Casey Kiss combines two different traditions: the first name Casey has Celtic roots, while the surname Kiss originates from English.
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