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Girl Name

Cassandra

"Shining upon man, prophetess"

About the Name Cassandra

Meaning

Shining upon man, prophetess

Origin

Greek

Gender

Girl

First Letter

C

Cassandra is a girl name of Greek origin. The name means "Shining upon man, prophetess" and has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with C or explore other Greek names.

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Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
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1970
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1980
#55
1990
#42
2000
#88
2010
#250
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Cassandra

  • C( Cassandra (Greek myth)

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Quick Facts

Syllables
3
Letters
9
Starts with
C
Origin
Greek

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