Dacey

What does the baby name Dacey mean? Learn about what Dacey means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Dacey - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Dacey: D-A-C-E-Y, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Dacey: DAY see
Meaning of Dacey: Southerner, adored, down below.
Origin of Dacey: The name 'Dacey' has its origins in Ireland. It is derived from the Irish surname 'Ó Déasaigh', which means 'descendant of Déasach'. The surname 'Ó Déasaigh' is believed to have originated from the personal name 'Déasach', which means 'one who is skilled' or 'one who is adroit'.; American Names; Celtic Names; English Names; French Names; Gaelic Names; Hebrew Names; Irish Names; Latin Names; Place Names; Surname Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Dacey: Dace; Dacian; Dacy; Daice; Daicey; Daicy
Popularity of Dacey: The name 'Dacey' is not a commonly used name and has not ranked among the top names in any recent popularity charts. It remains a relatively rare choice for parents when naming their baby boys.; Dacey currently has 48 likes, and is in the top 6% of liked boy's names. The name Cato is slightly more popular than Dacey.

Etymology of Dacey

The etymology of the name 'Dacey' can be traced back to the Irish language. The surname 'Ó Déasaigh' is composed of the Gaelic elements 'ó', meaning 'descendant of', and 'Déasach', meaning 'skilled' or 'adroit'. Over time, the name 'Ó Déasaigh' evolved into the anglicized form 'Dacey'.

Cultural Significance of Dacey

In Irish culture, names hold great importance and often reflect the heritage and traditions of the country. While 'Dacey' may not be a widely recognized name in Ireland, it still carries a sense of Irish identity and heritage due to its origins in the Irish surname 'Ó Déasaigh'.