Greek · Girl name
Cassandra
“uncertain; possibly 'to excel' or 'entangler of men'”
About the name Cassandra
Cassandra is a feminine name of Greek origin. Its exact meaning is uncertain, though some scholars suggest it may derive from elements meaning ‘to excel’ or ‘entangler of men.’ In Greek mythology, Cassandra was the daughter of King Priam of Troy, renowned for her gift of prophecy, which was rendered useless by a curse that ensured no one would believe her predictions. The name has been used in literature and the arts to represent figures of foresight and tragedy.
- Meaning
- uncertain; possibly 'to excel' or 'entangler of men'
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- kuh-SAN-druh(3 syl.)
Middle names for Cassandra
- Cassandra Marie
- Cassandra Ann
- Cassandra Grace
- Cassandra Lynn
- Cassandra Rose
Questions about Cassandra
- What does Cassandra mean?
- Cassandra is a Greek name meaning "uncertain; possibly 'to excel' or 'entangler of men'".
- How do you pronounce Cassandra?
- Cassandra is pronounced kuh-SAN-druh, with emphasis on the second syllable.
- What are variants of Cassandra?
- Variants of Cassandra include Kassandra.
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