Cassandra
Meaning of Cassandra
Cassandra is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. It has a rich history and is derived from Greek mythology, where Cassandra was a Trojan princess blessed with the gift of prophecy but cursed to never be believed. The name Cassandra is pronounced as kuh-SAN-druh in both American English (/kəˈsæn.drə/) and British English (/kəˈsan.drə/). It also has variations such as Cassie and Sandra. In Italian, it is pronounced as kah-SAHN-drah (/kaˈsan.dra/), while in Spanish, it is pronounced as kah-SAHN-drah (/kaˈsan.ðɾa/).
Looking at data for newborns in the United States, we can see that Cassandra has been consistently popular over the years. In recent years, it has ranked around 600-650 in terms of occurrence and popularity. However, it peaked in popularity during the early 2000s when it reached its highest rank of 329 in 2010. Since then, its ranking has gradually declined but remains a well-loved name choice for parents.
Overall, Cassandra is an elegant and classic name that carries depth and meaning. With its various pronunciations and variations, it offers flexibility while still maintaining its timeless charm. Consider naming your baby girl Cassandra if you are looking for a name that combines beauty and history.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as kah-SAHN-drah (/kaˈsan.dra/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as kah-SAHN-drah (/kaˈsan.ðɾa/)
American English
- Pronunced as kuh-SAN-druh (/kəˈsæn.drə/)
British English
- Pronunced as kuh-SAN-druh (/kəˈsan.drə/)
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Notable People Named Cassandra
| Cassandra Lee Morris is an American voice actress known for her work in animation, anime shows, and audiobooks. |
| Cassandra Peterson, also known as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, is an American actress and horror hostess who gained fame for her portrayal of the character on the television show "Elvira's Movie Macabre." |
| Judith Lewis, also known as Cassandra Clare, is a popular American author of young adult fiction, renowned for her bestselling series The Mortal Instruments. |
| Cassandra Wilson is a highly successful American jazz singer, songwriter, and producer known for her unique blend of jazz, blues, country, and folk music, and has been honored with multiple awards, including two Grammys. |
| Cassandra Bankson is an American model, medical aesthetician, and social media personality known for her appearances on various TV shows and features in popular magazines and newspapers. |
| Cassandra Szoeke is an Australian medical researcher and practicing physician specializing in internal medicine and neurology. |
| Cassandra Quin Butts was an American lawyer and policy expert who served as Deputy White House Counsel under President Barack Obama, focusing on domestic policy and ethics. |
| Cassandra Willoughby, Duchess of Chandos, was an English historian, travel writer, and artist known for her extensive restoration work at Wollaton Hall in Nottingham. |
| Cassandra Poudrier is a professional ice hockey player for Les Canadiennes de Montreal in the CWHL and has represented Team Canada in international competitions. |
| Cassandra Creech is an American actress known for her roles in soap operas such as As the World Turns and The Bold and the Beautiful, earning a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for her performance. |
| Cassandra Levesque is a Democratic member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives who has worked to eliminate child marriage in the state. |
| Sandra Colleen Waites, professionally known as Cassandra Harris, was a renowned Australian actress. |
| Cassandra Delaney is an Australian actress known for her roles in Australian films and her marriage to American singer John Denver. |
| Cassandra Magrath is an Australian actress known for her roles as Miranda Gibson in the television series SeaChange and Liz Hunter in the horror film Wolf Creek. |
| Cassandra Kelly is a retired New Zealand athlete who competed in pole vault, heptathlon, and hurdles in two Commonwealth Games. |
