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Cassandra is of Greek origin, meaning 'prophetess' or 'one who excels over men'. It has evolved through various forms from Ancient Greek to Modern English. The name is often associated with strong female figures in literature and culture, although it has no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity surged during the Renaissance and continues to be well-regarded today.

The name Cassandra is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Cassandra has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Cassandra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4970th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4186th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3880th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14707th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3383rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 895th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 297th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 158th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 65th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 157th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 595th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cassandra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.