Dacey
Meaning of Dacey
Dacey, pronounced DAY-see (/ˈdeɪsi/), is a feminine given name that blends floral imagery with Celtic heritage. It emerged as a creative respelling of the flower name Daisy—derived from Middle English dayeseye, meaning “day’s eye”—while also echoing the Welsh and Irish surname Dacey, an anglicized form of ap Dafydd (“son of David”) or the Gaelic Ó Deaghaidh. In the United States, the name has maintained a modest presence since the mid-1970s, peaking in the mid-1980s around the 700th rank; in 2024, just five newborn girls received the name, placing it near the 900th spot in popularity. Its understated charm offers parents a nuanced alternative to more common botanical names, combining familiar warmth with a hint of individuality.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as DAY-see (/ˈdeɪsi/)
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