Casandra

Greek

"shining or excelling man"

Casandra Origin and Meaning

The name Casandra is a girl's name.

Casandra is a feminine name variant of Cassandra, which derives from Greek mythology. The original Cassandra was a Trojan princess blessed with the gift of prophecy but cursed so that no one would believe her predictions. The name comes from Greek elements possibly meaning 'to excel' and 'man,' though some scholars suggest it may have pre-Greek origins. This spelling variation with a single 's' offers a slight modernization of the classical name while retaining its mythological connections. Casandra has remained relatively stable in popularity, never reaching the heights of Cassandra but maintaining steady usage. The name carries an air of mystery and wisdom, influenced by its prophetic namesake, while its flowing sounds and familiar structure make it accessible.

Casandra Rank in US Top 1000

# 804 in the US

Famous People Named Casandra

• Casandra Elizabeth "Cassie" Ventura American R&B singer