Cass - boys name

Cass name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 77%

Cass name meaning:

The name Cass is a shortened form of the Greek name Cassandra, meaning "she who entangles men" or "prophetess". In ancient Greek mythology, Cassandra was a priestess of Apollo who was cursed to always speak the truth but never be believed. This name carries connotations of wisdom, intuition, and a strong sense of self.

For a girl named Cass, she may embody traits of being a confident and insightful individual who is not afraid to speak her mind. She may possess a natural ability to see through deception and discern the truth in any situation. This name suggests a sense of independence and a unique perspective on the world, making a girl named Cass someone who is both intriguing and powerful in her own right.

Origin: Greek

From Cassandra, prophetess.

Categories

Unisex names

Related names

Cass , Cassady, Cassondra, Kaz, Casvelyn

Other boys names beginning with C

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 1117 out of 4789

25 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    922
  • 5yrs

    587
  • 1yr

    375

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (477)

Historical popularity of Cass

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