Racey is a unique and distinctive given name, derived from the English surname 'Race'. The name is of Norman origin, brought to England by the Normans after the conquest of 1066. It is believed to be a derivative of the Old French word 'rac', meaning 'to race' or 'compete'. Over time, the surname Race has evolved into the given name Racey, often used for girls but also occasionally for boys.
"I'm quite surprised by the popularity of the name Racey in 2003, with exactly five babies being named so that year."