Watchman or alert
Wacey is a modern English name likely derived from the surname Wacey, which has roots in the Old French name Gace, meaning 'watchman'. It is particularly associated with Western and rodeo culture in the United States. The name suggests a sense of vigilance and rugged individualism.
About 32 boys were named Wacey in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional ice hockey player
Professional bull rider and rodeo hall of famer
