Sophia Girl
soh-FEE-uh
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Cassie
GirlGreek, English· “short form of Cassandra”
- Meaning
- short form of Cassandra
- Origin
- Greek, English
- Pronunciation
- KA-see
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #1,280
- US babies 2025
- 175
- Best rank
- #137 (1982)
- Peak year
- 1982
Meaning and origin of Cassie
Cassie is a Greek and English name that is usually said to mean “short form of Cassandra”.
Cassie is a short form of Cassandra, the name of the Trojan princess in Greek mythology who could foresee the future but was cursed never to be believed. The meaning of Cassandra is often linked to a Greek root meaning "to shine" or "to excel," though its etymology is not fully certain. Cassie has also served as a nickname for Cassidy and Casey. Standing alone, it has a bright, friendly, late-twentieth-century feel. It is simple to spell and upbeat, suiting families who like approachable names with a classical backstory.
Other spellings with the same sound: Kasey.
Popularity over time
Cassie has been given to babies in the United States since at least 1880, the first year of Social Security records. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 128 different years. Its best national rank was #137 in 1982, the same year it reached its highest count of 2,193 babies. In 2025, 175 babies were named Cassie, and it ranked #1,280 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #524 in 1920, #758 in 1950, #314 in 1980, #348 in 2000, #1,150 in 2010, and #1,280 in 2025. Of the 46,642 US girls named Cassie since records began, 34% were born in the 1980s, its biggest decade. The 1990s come next, with 9,445 babies. Since 2010, 3,119 more have been named Cassie.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Ebony, Adrienne, Latasha, Marquita, and Stefanie.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Cassie ranked highest in New Mexico, Arkansas, and Utah.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | #318 | 5 |
| Arkansas | #502 | 6 |
| Utah | #551 | 7 |
| Missouri | #654 | 8 |
| South Carolina | #710 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Cassie is usually pronounced KA-see, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with C and ends in “-ie”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Kasey.
Middle names for Cassie
A few middle names that flow with Cassie: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Cassie
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cassie mean?
Cassie is a Greek and English name that is usually said to mean “short form of Cassandra”.
What is the origin of the name Cassie?
Cassie has Greek and English roots. Cassie is a short form of Cassandra, the name of the Trojan princess in Greek mythology who could foresee the future but was cursed never to be believed.
Is Cassie a popular name?
Not especially. Cassie ranked #1,280 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Cassie a boy or girl name?
Cassie is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Cassie?
Cassie is usually pronounced KA-see. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings