Find out how popular the first name Cassander has been for the last 49 years (from 1976 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Cassander by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Cassander is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 54% of people named Cassander being female.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Cassander.

It's also interesting to see that despite Cassander being historically a mostly female name, the most recent data from 2024 shows a shift in the trend, with more male babies being named Cassander.

The history of the first name Cassander

Cassander is a masculine given name with Greek origins, derived from the ancient Greek name Kassandros. The name dates back to the 4th century BC and is believed to be a compound of the words "kekasmai" meaning "to excel" and "aner" meaning "man". It can be loosely translated to mean "the excelling man" or "the illustrious man".

The name Cassander has strong historical ties to ancient Macedonia. It was the name of one of Alexander the Great's generals and successors, Cassander, who ruled Macedonia from 305 BC to 297 BC. He played a pivotal role in the events following Alexander's death and the subsequent wars of the Diadochi.

In Greek mythology, Cassander was also the name of the son of Antipater, one of Alexander the Great's most trusted generals. According to legends, Cassander was gifted with the power of prophecy and foretold the fall of Troy. His warnings, however, were disregarded by the Trojans, leading to their eventual downfall.

The earliest recorded use of the name Cassander can be traced back to ancient Greece and Macedonia. Some notable historical figures who bore this name include Cassander of Macedon (350 BC - 297 BC), the King of Macedonia and one of Alexander's successors. Cassander Longinus (c. 210 AD - c. 273 AD) was a Neoplatonic philosopher and the teacher of Porphyry and Longinus.

In the Middle Ages, the name Cassander was occasionally used in Europe, although it was not as common as in ancient times. One notable bearer was Cassander of Augsburg (c. 400 AD), a Christian martyr and saint who was beheaded during the reign of Diocletian.

During the Renaissance period, the name saw a resurgence in popularity, particularly among scholars and intellectuals who were inspired by classical Greek culture. Cassander Theodat (1521-1566) was a German philologist and translator, while Cassander Bürglin (c. 1500-1557) was a Swiss Reformation theologian.

Throughout history, the name Cassander has been associated with individuals who excelled in various fields, reflecting its meaning of "the illustrious man". From ancient rulers and philosophers to Christian martyrs and Renaissance scholars, the name has left an indelible mark on the annals of human civilization.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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