US Popularity Rank: 1469

Origin: Latin

Meaning: Cheerful

Lacey is a gender-neutral name of Old French and Latin origin meaning, "cheerful." It was originally the surname of French noblemen, the De Lasi, from the Normandy region. This historical name reached the shores of England and Ireland during the Norman conquest. Famous and successful Laceys include American skateboarder, Lacey Baker and Lacey or Larissa Vados, a professional wrestler. Such strong and powerful bearers of this name will no doubt inspire your baby boy or girl to pursue their dreams with passion and self-belief.