Kace Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kace is a modern American name derived from the Latin word 'casus,' meaning 'case' or 'occasion.' It evolved from the traditional name Case and its variant Kase. The name is often associated with bravery and alertness. Kace has gained popularity in recent years as a unique choice for parents. It has no biblical background and is perceived as trendy and youthful, with some notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Kace is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kace has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kace' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8179th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3601st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1020th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21628th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22160th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kace' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kace"
Pronunciation
/keɪs/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Kace is a modern variation of the name Case, which is derived from the Latin word 'casus,' meaning 'case' or 'occasion.' It is often considered a contemporary spelling of the name Kase.
Meaning
brave, alert
Language Evolution
Case, Kase, Kace
Historical Usage
Kace gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern alternative to traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Case, Kase, Kacey, Kayce
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Kace is viewed as trendy and modern, often associated with a youthful and adventurous spirit.
Famous People
Kacee D. D. Wright, Kacee B. McCabe
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kace"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kace"
"Kace" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8179th of 16616 | 55 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3601st of 24088 | 420 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1020th of 23106 | 2,492 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21628th of 27321 | 13 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22160th of 30306 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Kace" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.20% 3079th/4582 |
- |
37.44% 2738th/7313 |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.08% 1039th/3984 |
41.07% 1843rd/4487 |
11.87% 810th/6822 |
23.17% 1454th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kace" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kace"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kace" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.