Casandra

Casandra is a feminine name variant of Cassandra, which derives from Greek mythology. The original Cassandra was a Trojan princess blessed with the gift of prophecy but cursed so that no one would believe her predictions. The name comes from Greek elements possibly meaning 'to excel' and 'man,' though some scholars suggest it may have pre-Greek origins. This spelling variation with a single 's' offers a slight modernization of the classical name while retaining its mythological connections. Casandra has remained relatively stable in popularity, never reaching the heights of Cassandra but maintaining steady usage. The name carries an air of mystery and wisdom, influenced by its prophetic namesake, while its flowing sounds and familiar structure make it accessible.

Casandra is also given to boys.

Pronounced kuh-SAN-druh.

As of October 2026, Casandra ranked #5048 in US births in 1984 SSA.