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Casey

/ KAY-see /

unisex

Meaning

Brave in battle; vigilant

Origin

Irish

Casey is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cathasaigh, meaning 'descendant of Cathasach' (vigilant or watchful in battle). It has been used as a given name since the 19th century and became a quintessential unisex choice in the 1970s and 80s. It feels friendly and high-spirited, often associated with a reliable and outgoing personality.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Casey.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ESFP
16.8%
ENFP
14.5%
ESTP
12.1%
ISFP
10.4%
ENFJ
9.8%
ESFJ
8.7%
ISTP
7.6%
ENTP
6.9%
ISFJ
5.4%
INFP
3.1%
ESTJ
2.1%
ISTJ
1.4%
INFJ
0.8%
ENTJ
0.3%
INTP
0.1%
INTJ
0%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Casey is often perceived as 'the kid next door.' It has a cheerful, unpretentious quality. It gained significant fame through the story of 'Casey at the Bat' and the folk hero Casey Jones, giving it a permanent place in American folklore.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

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Casey Affleck

Academy Award-winning American actor (b. 1975)

C

Casey Jones

Legendary American train engineer and folk hero (1863–1900)

C

Casey Kasem

Famous American radio personality and voice actor (1932–2014)

Sibling Names

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