Cassius

Boy's name

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."

Meaning Vain
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 516
Peak year 2021

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Names Starting With C

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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.

Brothers for Cassius

Boy names closely related to Cassius

Quentin Cyrus Caspian Oliver Desmond Lawrence Dean Miles

Sisters for Cassius

Girl names closely related to Cassius

Iris Phoebe Violet Calliope Zelda Elise Clementine Scarlet

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