Kaci
About Kaci
Kaci is a feminine name with multiple origins. It can be an Irish variant of Casey, derived from 'Cathasaigh' meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful.' It's also seen as a diminutive of Katherine or a modern spelling variation of Kasey. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, reaching its peak in the early 1990s. Kaci is appreciated for its friendly, approachable sound while maintaining a distinctive quality. The name carries a youthful, energetic connotation and has remained a modest choice for parents seeking something familiar yet not overly common.
Pronounced KAY-see.
As of October 2026, Kaci ranked #2132 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #611 in 1989.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,667 | 127 | 71.1 |
| 2015 | #1,570 | 140 | 78.4 |
| 2016 | #1,408 | 165 | 93.1 |
| 2017 | #1,546 | 142 | 82.2 |
| 2018 | #1,523 | 143 | 84.1 |
| 2019 | #1,563 | 138 | 82.2 |
| 2020 | #1,645 | 126 | 77.9 |
| 2021 | #1,835 | 110 | 67 |
| 2022 | #1,698 | 123 | 75 |
| 2023 | #1,868 | 107 | 66.7 |
| 2024 | #2,073 | 93 | 57.4 |
| 2025 | #2,132 | 88 | 54.8 |
World rankings
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Kaci on lists
Famous Kacis
- Kaci Lyn Battaglia
American pop singer
- Kaci Deanne Brown
American pop singer
- Karin Cecilie "Kaci" Kullmann Five
Norwegian politician
- Kaci Fennell
Miss Jamaica Universe 2014
- Char "Kaci" Fontane (born Kerry Charae Fontane)
American actress; daughter of singer Tony Fontane and actress Kerry Vaughn Fontane
- Kaci Lynn Bates
daughter of Zach Bates of reality TV show Bringing Up Bates