Laycie
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Laycie: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2020.
A modern respelling of the classic Lacey, Laycie ultimately traces back to the Old French surname Lacy, derived from a place in Normandy called Lassy—meaning “from Lassy.” The name also subtly evokes the delicate fabric lace, giving it an airy, feminine feel. While Laycie itself is a fresh variation, the original Lacey has been borne by actress Lacey Chabert (mean girl Gretchen Wieners in *Mean Girls*) and British singer Lace, whose 1990s hit “I Want a Love I Can See” put the name in the spotlight. The Lacy family name left its mark on the map too: Lacy, Washington, was named after the family, though not directly for a given name. As with many contemporary spellings—like Kaytie or Emmalee—Laycie offers a familiar sound with a distinctive twist, popular in Scotland in recent decades for parents seeking a playful yet graceful option.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20203 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #7653 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2020
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y