Cassondra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cassondra is an English name with Greek origins, derived from the mythological figure Cassandra, symbolizing the meaning 'shining upon man.' It has evolved from its historical forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name carries connotations of creativity and individuality, with no biblical relevance.
The name Cassondra is most popular in Minnesota, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cassondra has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Cassondra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4783rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2003rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 962nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4015th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cassondra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cassondra"
Pronunciation
/kæˈsɒndrə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Cassondra is derived from the name Cassandra, which comes from the Greek name Kassandra. In mythology, Cassandra was a daughter of Priam, the king of Troy, who was given the gift of prophecy but cursed so that no one would believe her predictions.
Meaning
shining upon man
Language Evolution
Cassandra, Kassandra
Historical Usage
The name Cassondra gained popularity in the late 20th century as a variant of Cassandra, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Cassandra, Cassie, Kassandra
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cassondra is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Cassondra Collins, a noted actress, Cassondra B. Smith, an influential author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cassondra"
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 "Cassondra"
"Cassondra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4783rd of 12526 | 129 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2003rd of 19264 | 692 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 962nd of 27321 | 2,924 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4015th of 35406 | 555 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Cassondra" 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 "Cassondra" 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) |
74.12% 2177th/2937 |
- |
67.20% 2364th/3518 |
57.37% 2320th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
17.34% 639th/3685 |
23.55% 1054th/4475 |
26.05% 1353rd/5194 |
17.30% 1093rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
64.14% 2939th/4582 |
54.12% 2795th/5164 |
78.68% 5754th/7313 |
63.94% 4772nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cassondra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cassondra" 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.