Cassia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cassia has its origins in Latin, meaning 'cinnamon'. It evolved from the Greek name Kassia, reflecting its historical roots in ancient cultures. The name has been associated with warmth and spice, giving it a rich symbolic significance. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Cassia has gained popularity in recent years as a unique and appealing choice for parents.
The name Cassia is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cassia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cassia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9775th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5156th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3191st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3655th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2722nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cassia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cassia"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæʃə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Cassia is derived from the Latin word 'cassia', which refers to a type of cinnamon or spice. It is also associated with the Greek name 'kassia', which means 'cinnamon'.
Meaning
cinnamon
Language Evolution
Greek: Kassia, Latin: Cassia
Historical Usage
The name Cassia has been used since ancient times, particularly in the Roman Empire, and has seen a resurgence in modern times as a unique and exotic name.
Variants & Derivatives
Cassie, Kassia, Cassi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cassia is perceived as a charming and elegant name that evokes a sense of warmth and spice, appealing to modern parents looking for distinctive names.
Famous People
Cassia Eller, a Brazilian singer and songwriter., Cassia O'Connor, an American artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cassia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cassia"
"Cassia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9775th of 12526 | 16 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5156th of 19264 | 164 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3191st of 27321 | 515 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3655th of 35406 | 635 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2722nd of 30306 | 766 |
Regional Popularity of "Cassia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cassia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
65.68% 4149th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
78.20% 4038th/5164 |
61.59% 4504th/7313 |
44.12% 3293rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
93.17% 3712th/3984 |
68.82% 3088th/4487 |
44.83% 3058th/6822 |
32.63% 2048th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cassia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cassia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.