Cassandra
boy nameCassandra entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #2305 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1959–2025
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rank today
#2305
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3619 |
| 1960s | #3457 |
| 1970s | #4025 |
| 1980s | #3390 |
| 1990s | #6336 |
| 2000s | #10745 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Cassandra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cassandra alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cassandra in 2025?
- Cassandra is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cassandra most popular?
- Cassandra peaked in 1988, reaching #2305 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cassandra with classmates?
- Cassandra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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