"she who entangles men"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
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Meaning & Origin
"to shine upon men"
Origin: Ancient Greek
Language: Greek
"prophetess"
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- Associated with ignored prophecy and tragic fate in Greek mythology — some parents may find the mythological connotation heavy
The Story of Cassandr
Cassandra is an ancient Greek name, likely meaning 'she who entangles men' from 'kekasmai' (to excel, to shine) and 'aner' (man). In Greek mythology, Cassandra was the daughter of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy. Apollo granted her the gift of prophecy, but when she rejected him, he cursed her so that no one would believe her warnings — making her a symbol of tragic prescience.
Cassandra enjoyed its peak popularity in the United States in the 1970s-1990s, when mythological names had a resurgence. The nickname Cassie remained trendy even as the full name declined. Today it sits outside the top 500 in the US, making it familiar but not overused.
The name Cassandra has entered the English language as a common noun — a 'Cassandra' is someone who makes accurate but disbelieved warnings. This gives the name a literary weight shared by few others. In Greek culture, she is one of the most poignant tragic figures of the Trojan War.
Historical Record
Cassandr first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 152 babies have been named Cassandr in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cassandr is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,450 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- 'Cassandra' has become an English word for someone who warns of disaster but is not believed
- The name appears in Shakespeare's 'Troilus and Cressida'
- Cassandra was considered one of the most beautiful women in Troy according to Homer
Cassandr in Other Languages
Greek
Κασσάνδρα
French
Cassandre
Italian
Cassandra
Russian
Кассандра
Spanish
Casandra
Popularity Over Time
#1,450
Current Rank
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Princess of Troy in Greek mythology, gifted with prophecy but cursed to never be believed
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,450
- Total SSA Count
- 152
- Cultural Origins
- Greek English French Italian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
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Cassie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cassandr
What does the name Cassandr mean?
"she who entangles men" (from Greek). "to shine upon men" (from Ancient Greek). "prophetess" (from Greek mythology). Cassandra is an ancient Greek name, likely meaning 'she who entangles men' from 'kekasmai' (to excel, to shine) and 'aner' (man). In Greek mythology, Cassandra was the daughter of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy. Apollo granted her the gift of prophecy, but when she rejected him, he cursed her so that no one would believe her warnings — making her a symbol of tragic prescience.
What is the origin of the name Cassandr?
Cassandr has Greek, Ancient Greek, Greek mythology, English, French, and Italian origins. In Greek, it means "she who entangles men". In Ancient Greek, it means "to shine upon men". In Greek mythology, it means "prophetess".
Is Cassandr a boy or girl name?
Cassandr is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Cassandr?
Cassandr is currently ranked #1450 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Cassandr?
Common nicknames for Cassandr include Cassie, Sandra, and Cass.
What are good middle names for Cassandr?
Popular middle name pairings include Cassandr Rose, Cassandr Marie, Cassandr Jane, Cassandr Elizabeth, Cassandr Grace, Cassandr Anne, and Cassandr Elaine.
What are good sibling names for Cassandr?
Names that pair well with Cassandr as siblings include Helena, Penelope, Thalia, Daphne, Alexander, Perseus, and Lysander.
How many syllables does Cassandr have?
Cassandr has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Cassandr a common or rare name?
Cassandr is an uncommon name, ranked #1450 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Cassandr
Cassandr is a girl name with Greek, English, French, and Italian origins . The name means "she who entangles men" in Greek .
Cassandr is currently ranked #1,450 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Cassandr has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Cassandr include Cassie, Sandra, and Cass. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cassandr include Cassidy, Cassandra, Cassie, Cassia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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