Cassian

At a Glance: Name: Cassian – Origin: Latin (Roman family name) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: KAS-ee-an

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Cassian comes from Latin, originally a Roman family name, and it's pronounced KAS-ee-an (/ˈkæsiən/). You might come across the claim that it means 'hollow,' but that idea is borrowed from the name Cassius, whose own root meaning isn't settled either. If you like the sound and the Roman history behind it, that's a solid place to start.

Meaning & Origin of Cassian

Origin: Latin (Roman family name).

A common claim: Cassian is often said to mean 'hollow.' Actually: This meaning is carried over from Cassius, whose own root meaning is itself unclear — so 'hollow' isn't an established meaning for Cassian.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Cassian

Phonetic: KAS-ee-an   IPA: /ˈkæsiən/

Popularity of Cassian

Since 1997, Cassian has ranked as high as #531 in 2023, with 555 babies given the name that year, before easing to #616 in 2024 with 462.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1997–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Cassian mean?

Cassian is often said to mean ‘hollow.’ This meaning is carried over from Cassius, whose own root meaning is itself unclear — so ‘hollow’ isn’t an established meaning for Cassian.

How do you pronounce Cassian?

Cassian is pronounced KAS-ee-an (IPA: /ˈkæsiən/).

Is Cassian a popular name right now?

Cassian peaked at #531 in 2023 and is ranked #616 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1997–2024.)

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