What is the origin of the name Cassius?

Cassius is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Cassius?

In 2023, 516 babies were named Cassius in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Is Cassius a boy's name?

Yes, Cassius is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Cassius

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Births Last Year: 516 →

All-Time Total: 9,108

Peak Year: 2021

Cassius is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Cassius. It is believed to have originated from the Latin word "cassus," meaning "empty" or "vain."

Notable Namesakes

Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) - Boxing legend.
Cassius Marcellus Coolidge - Painter of "Dogs Playing Poker."
Cassius Winston - College basketball player.
Cassius M. Johnson - Civil rights activist.
Cassius M. Bell - American politician.
Cassius M. Barnes - American actor.
Cassius M. C. Barnes - American politician.
Cassius M. Dowell - American politician.
Cassius M. Clay Sr. - Politician and abolitionist.
Cassius M. Clay Jr. - Journalist and civil rights activist.

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Cassius

Quentin Cyrus Caspian Oliver Desmond Lawrence Dean Miles

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Cassius

Iris Phoebe Violet Calliope Zelda Elise Clementine Scarlet

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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