Cass Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Cass is listed in our database as a girl name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Cassandra: Cassandra was a Trojan prophetess, daughter of King Priam. A diminutive of Casirnir, Cassandra, or Catherine. Also used as an independent name”.
Cass Name at a Glance
| Name | Cass |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Diminutive of Cassandra: Cassandra was a Trojan prophetess, daughter of King Priam. A diminutive of Casirnir, Cassandra, or Catherine. Also used as an independent name. |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Girl |
What Does the Name Cass Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cass means “Diminutive of Cassandra: Cassandra was a Trojan prophetess, daughter of King Priam. A diminutive of Casirnir, Cassandra, or Catherine. Also used as an independent name”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.
Cass Name Origin
Our database records Cass under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.
Is Cass a Boy or Girl Name?
In our database, Cass is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.
Choosing the Name Cass
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