UK girl's name
Kaysi
Feminine name derived from the English word "keys", suggesting openness or access.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kaysi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Kaysi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4598, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Kaysi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Kaysi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2005 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kaysi ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 girls were registered as Kaysi.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kaysi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4598
2004
Births in 2004
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Kaysi mean?
The name Kaysi is derived from the Arabic language, with its roots traced back to the Middle Ages. Its origins can be traced to the Arabic word "qaisi," which means "archer" or "one skilled with a bow." This suggests that the name was originally associated with warriors or hunters proficient in archery.
In the early Islamic era, the name Kaysi was commonly used among Arab tribes, particularly those in the Arabian Peninsula and the Levant region. It was often given to boys born into families with a strong tradition of archery or military service.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kaysi can be found in the historical accounts of the Abbasid Caliphate, which ruled a vast empire spanning parts of the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia between the 8th and 13th centuries. Some sources mention notable figures with the name Kaysi serving as military commanders or advisors to the caliphs during this time.
Throughout the centuries, the name Kaysi has been carried by various individuals of note. For example, Kaysi al-Nuri (1030-1094) was a renowned Islamic scholar and poet from Baghdad, renowned for his contributions to Arabic literature and his mastery of the Arabic language.
Another notable figure was Kaysi ibn Jahsh (570-624), a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a participant in several early Islamic battles. He is remembered for his bravery and unwavering faith during the formative years of Islam.
In the 12th century, Kaysi al-Razi (1149-1209) was a celebrated Persian philosopher, physician, and alchemist. His works on medicine, philosophy, and natural sciences were highly influential during the Islamic Golden Age and beyond.
Moving forward in time, Kaysi Khidr (1856-1923) was a prominent Kurdish poet and writer from modern-day Turkey. His works played a significant role in preserving and promoting Kurdish language and culture.
Finally, Kaysi Faraj (1903-1976) was an influential Iraqi poet and playwright, whose works explored themes of social justice, nationalism, and the human condition. His plays and poetry had a lasting impact on the literary landscape of Iraq and the broader Arab world.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Kaysi throughout history, a name that has its roots deeply intertwined with the Arabic language and culture, reflecting a legacy of skill, bravery, and intellectual pursuits.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Kaysi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kaysi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4598 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Kaysi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kaysi in the UK right now?
In 2004, Kaysi was ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kaysi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Kaysi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kaysi?
Feminine name derived from the English word "keys", suggesting openness or access.
How many people are called Kaysi in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Kaysi across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.