Origin and Meaning of Cassadra

Shining upon man / Prophetess

Origin: Greek - Derived from the Greek name Kassandros, which is a compound of the elements 'kāo' (to defend) and 'aner' (man), hence the meaning 'shining upon man' or 'to excel'.

• Cassandra is a figure from Greek mythology, known as a daughter of Priam, the king of Troy, who was blessed with the gift of prophecy but cursed such that no one would believe her predictions.
• The name Cassandra has been used in various cultures, often associated with themes of wisdom and foresight, making it popular in literary and theatrical works.
• Notable bearers of the name include the American writer and activist Cassandra Clare, known for her young adult fiction series, and the character Cassandra in Shakespeare's 'Troilus and Cressida'.
• Cassandra experienced fluctuating popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, peaking in the late 1980s and early 1990s before seeing a decline in the following decades.
• Variations of the name include Kassandra (more common in the Spanish-speaking world), Cassie (a common diminutive), and other related names like Cassian and Cassiopeia.