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Casia

KAY-zhee-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Cassia, derived from the Greek name Kassia, meaning 'cinnamon' (from kassia).

Peak popularity
2008
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Casia since 1982

Babies named Casia per year in U.S. Social Security records.

611171990200020102020Most births 2008Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s17
1990s85
2000s93
2010s30
2020s6

Meaning & origin

Casia is a modern variant of Cassia, a name derived from the Greek name Kassia, meaning 'cinnamon'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1982 and saw its highest usage in 2008, though it has never ranked in the top 1,000. Its trajectory has been stable, with no strong regional concentration in any state. As a stylish alternative to more common names like Sienna or Mia, Casia offers a distinctive sound and natural meaning.

Casia is a modern spelling variant of Cassia, which itself derives from the Greek name Kassia (Κασσια), referring to the cinnamon spice. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century, gaining modest popularity in the 2000s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Casi, Sia, Cia

Variants: Cassia, Kassia, Cacie

Sibling names for Casia

Names that share Casia's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Lilia, Sienna, Zara, Mira, Thea

Brothers: Luca, Milo, Felix, Jasper, Ezra

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Casia mean?
Casia is likely a variant of Cassia, meaning 'cinnamon' in Greek.
How popular is the name Casia?
Casia was first recorded in 1982 and peaked in popularity in 2008, but it has never ranked in the top 1,000 names in the U.S.
Is Casia a boy or girl name?
Casia is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.