Girl
Cassandra
prophetess of doom, one who shines upon mankind
About Cassandra
This name commands attention with its mythological heritage and dramatic presence. Strong, intelligent, and undeniably powerful, it suits a girl destined for great things. The name has weathered centuries while maintaining relevance, proving its enduring appeal and adaptability. Its length and structure give it weight and authority that lighter names cannot match.
Multiple syllables create a sense of importance and formality when needed, while nicknames like Cassie, Cass, or Sandra offer casual alternatives.
The literary and historical associations add depth and conversation potential throughout life. It's a name that grows beautifully, equally appropriate for a curious child and an accomplished adult. Parents selecting this demonstrate confidence in their daughter's future capabilities and their willingness to give her a name with presence and character that demands respect.
Popularity of the Name Cassandra
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | #545 | ||||
| 1943 | #475 | ||||
| 1944 | #445 | ||||
| 1945 | #467 | ||||
| 1946 | #458 | ||||
| 1947 | #414 | ||||
| 1948 | #377 | ||||
| 1949 | #338 | ||||
| 1950 | #307 | ||||
| 1951 | #299 | ||||
| 1952 | #327 | ||||
| 1953 | #339 | ||||
| 1954 | #336 | ||||
| 1955 | #320 | ||||
| 1956 | #312 | ||||
| 1957 | #278 | ||||
| 1958 | #293 | ||||
| 1959 | #273 | ||||
| 1960 | #244 | ||||
| 1961 | #228 | ||||
| 1962 | #216 | ||||
| 1963 | #211 | ||||
| 1964 | #217 | ||||
| 1965 | #210 | ||||
| 1966 | #199 | #333 | |||
| 1967 | #191 | #267 | |||
| 1968 | #139 | #320 | |||
| 1969 | #151 | #323 | |||
| 1970 | #135 | #337 | |||
| 1971 | #136 | #267 | |||
| 1972 | #139 | #243 | |||
| 1973 | #153 | #304 | |||
| 1974 | #159 | #326 | |||
| 1975 | #168 | #370 | |||
| 1976 | #188 | #441 | |||
| 1977 | #160 | #332 | #398 | ||
| 1978 | #152 | #209 | |||
| 1979 | #146 | #212 | #479 | ||
| 1980 | #138 | #184 | |||
| 1981 | #104 | #196 | #483 | ||
| 1982 | #62 | #232 | #357 | ||
| 1983 | #70 | #310 | #485 | ||
| 1984 | #63 | #254 | #369 | ||
| 1985 | #62 | #145 | #269 | ||
| 1986 | #60 | #109 | #228 | ||
| 1987 | #68 | #90 | #246 | ||
| 1988 | #59 | #108 | #346 | ||
| 1989 | #54 | #85 | #264 | ||
| 1990 | #49 | #89 | #250 | ||
| 1991 | #54 | #102 | #303 | #35 | |
| 1992 | #52 | #124 | #249 | #25 | |
| 1993 | #66 | #62 | #387 | #27 | |
| 1994 | #66 | #64 | #243 | #25 | |
| 1995 | #78 | #71 | #265 | #27 | |
| 1996 | #89 | #86 | #298 | #26 | |
| 1997 | #81 | #435 | #95 | #331 | #26 |
| 1998 | #85 | #537 | #168 | #296 | #30 |
| 1999 | #87 | #591 | #115 | #456 | #32 |
| 2000 | #100 | #631 | #137 | #40 | |
| 2001 | #122 | #755 | #155 | #51 | |
| 2002 | #126 | #889 | #240 | #460 | #54 |
| 2003 | #140 | #646 | #207 | #688 | #70 |
| 2004 | #173 | #745 | #275 | #83 | |
| 2005 | #185 | #921 | #334 | #535 | #116 |
| 2006 | #219 | #834 | #372 | #399 | #115 |
| 2007 | #260 | #809 | #637 | #123 | |
| 2008 | #284 | #816 | #291 | #682 | #155 |
| 2009 | #326 | #864 | #314 | #208 | |
| 2010 | #329 | #783 | #328 | #957 | #193 |
| 2011 | #405 | #993 | #966 | #232 | |
| 2012 | #423 | #371 | #261 | ||
| 2013 | #464 | #339 | #760 | #279 | |
| 2014 | #514 | #249 | #592 | #258 | |
| 2015 | #512 | #847 | #417 | #261 | |
| 2016 | #571 | #843 | #392 | #768 | #260 |
| 2017 | #606 | #991 | #747 | #340 | |
| 2018 | #663 | #950 | #351 | ||
| 2019 | #612 | #846 | #290 | #280 | |
| 2020 | #655 | #573 | #835 | #432 | |
| 2021 | #601 | #703 | #880 | #413 | |
| 2022 | #652 | #523 | #437 | #915 | #402 |
| 2023 | #641 | #557 | #557 | ||
| 2024 | #615 | #526 | #418 | #444 | #567 |
| 2025 | #631 | #485 | #891 | #487 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Cassandra
Names Similar to Cassandra
Nicknames for Cassandra
- Cass
- Cassie
- Sandra
- Cassie
Famous People Named Cassandra
| Cassandra Clare | American author |
| Cassandra Wilson | American jazz singer |
| Cassandra Jean Amell | Canadian actress and model |
| Cassandra Steen | German R&B singer |
| Cassandra Austen | sister of Jane Austen |
| Cassandra Harris | Australian actress |
| Cassandra Peterson | American actress |
| Cassandra Bankson | American model and YouTuber |
| Cassandra Lynn Hensley | Playboy model |
Characters Named Cassandra
| Cassandra "Cassie" Sullivan | The 5th Wave |
| Cassandra Cain | DC Comics character, also known as Batgirl |
| Cassandra Pentaghast | Dragon Age video game series |
| Cassandra Lang | Marvel Comics character, also known as Stature |
| Cassandra "Cass" Hamilton | The Selection series |
| Cassandra "Cass" Morgan | Divergent series |
| Cassandra "Cassie" Nightingale | The Good Witch |
| Cassandra "Cass" Roberts | The Hunger Games series |
| Cassandra "Cass" Delacourt | Ender's Game series |
| Cassandra "Cass" Randolph | The Maze Runner series |