Cassandra
Meaning: She who entangles men, shining upon man
Origin: Greek
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #106
Total births: 4,946
History: Cassandra peaked in the 1990s in Australia. The mythological prophetess's name appealed to Australian parents seeking classical names. Cassandra represents the wave of Greek-influenced naming that enriched Australia's cultural mix.
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| Current rank (1999) | #90 |
| Babies named Cassandra in 1999 | 90 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 4,946 |
| Peak year | 1992 (268 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #25 |
| Years in records | 1969–1999 (31 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 64 spots |
Frequently asked about Cassandra
What does the name Cassandra mean?
Cassandra means “She who entangles men, shining upon man” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Cassandra?
Cassandra has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “She who entangles men, shining upon man”.
How popular is Cassandra in Australia?
Cassandra ranked #90 in Australia in 1999 — given to 90 babies that year.
When was Cassandra most popular?
Cassandra peaked in 1992 with 268 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Cassandra a boy or girl name?
Cassandra is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Cassandras in registered births are female.
Is the name Cassandra rising or falling in popularity?
Cassandra has fallen 64 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #26 in 1994 to #90 in 1999.
How long has Cassandra been recorded in Australia?
Cassandra appears in birth records in Australia across 31 years — from 1969 through 1999.