Cassendra
kah-SAN-druh
Cassendra is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variation of Cassandra, derived from the Greek name Κασσάνδρα (Kassandra) meaning 'shining upon man'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1989.
What Cassendra Means
“A variation of Cassandra, derived from the Greek name Κασσάνδρα (Kassandra) meaning 'shining upon man'.”
The Story of Cassendra
Appearing for a single year, this name is a resonant echo of an ancient Greek prophetess, waiting for its modern interpreter.
Cassendra is a graceful variation of the classic Greek name Cassandra, meaning 'shining upon man'. The original Cassandra was a Trojan princess gifted with prophecy, though cursed never to be believed. This name carries a legacy of wisdom and foresight, emerging briefly in 1989.
You envision a daughter whose insight is as profound as her creativity, someone who sees the world with clarity and intuition. This name speaks to a protective spirit, someone whose wisdom will guide her and those around her.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 1989
Total Births
7
First Recorded
1989
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