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Ariel vs Cassian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cassian

Boy #617 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Cassian family (Roman gens)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#617
Total SSA Count
462
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ariel Rank #512
Cassian Rank #617

Ariel is more popular, ranked #512 vs #617 for Cassian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ariel or Cassian more popular?

Ariel is more popular, ranked #512 compared to Cassian at #617 in the United States.

What do Ariel and Cassian mean?

Ariel means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin). Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin).

Are Ariel and Cassian boy or girl names?

Ariel is primarily a boy name. Cassian is primarily a boy name.

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