Find out how popular the first name Cassanda has been for the last 12 years (from 1978 to 1989) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Cassanda by gender

Based on the last 12 years of data, Cassanda is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1989, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Cassanda.

The history of the first name Cassanda

The name Cassanda is of Greek origin, derived from the word "Kassandra," which means "she who entangles men." It is believed to have first appeared during the ancient Greek era, around the 8th century BC. The name is associated with the tragic figure of Cassandra, a princess of Troy in Greek mythology, who was gifted with the ability to predict the future but cursed with never being believed.

In Homer's Iliad, Cassandra foresaw the downfall of Troy and the death of her family but was unable to convince anyone of the impending doom. Her name has since become synonymous with prophets who are ignored or dismissed despite their accurate predictions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cassandra appears in Aeschylus' tragic play "Agamemnon," written in 458 BC, where she is a central character. The name also appears in various ancient Greek texts and historical records.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Cassandra. One of the earliest was Cassandra Fedele (1465-1558), an Italian Renaissance scholar, poet, and humanist known for her erudition and defense of women's right to education.

Another notable Cassandra was Cassandra Aureliana (c. 292-337 AD), a Roman empress and the second wife of the Emperor Constantius Chlorus. She was known for her intelligence and influence in the Roman court.

In the 16th century, Cassandra Fedele (1465-1558) was an Italian Renaissance scholar, poet, and humanist who advocated for women's education and intellectual pursuits.

During the 17th century, Cassandra Brydges (1670-1735) was an English aristocrat and diarist whose memoirs provide a valuable insight into the lives of upper-class women in the late 17th and early 18th centuries.

In more recent times, Cassandra Austen (1773-1845) was the sister of the famous novelist Jane Austen and was known for her close relationship with her sibling and her efforts to preserve Jane's literary legacy.

Data source

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