Cassia

At a Glance: Name: Cassia – Meaning: cinnamon (the spice/tree) – Origin: Latin (from Greek 'kasia') – Gender: primarily used for girls – Pronunciation: KAS-ee-uh

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Cassia is a Latin name, drawn from the Greek word 'kasia,' and it carries a meaning of cinnamon — the spice and tree. If you're drawn to names with a grounded, natural meaning tied to something you can picture and smell, Cassia fits that mold directly. It's a name with a clear, single-word meaning rather than a layered or symbolic one.

Meaning & Origin of Cassia

Meaning: Cinnamon (the spice/tree).

Origin: Latin (from Greek 'kasia').

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Cassia

Phonetic: KAS-ee-uh   IPA: /ˈkæsiə/

Popularity of Cassia

In 2024, 84 babies were named Cassia, placing it at #2234 — which also happens to be its peak rank across SSA records going back to 1954. That means Cassia's highest point on record is right now, making it a name that's still finding its footing rather than one fading from a past high.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1954–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Cassia mean?

Cinnamon (the spice/tree). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Cassia)

How do you pronounce Cassia?

Cassia is pronounced KAS-ee-uh (IPA: /ˈkæsiə/).

Is Cassia a popular name right now?

Cassia is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #2234 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1954–2024.)

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