Declining since 1985, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Cassi since 1959
Babies named Cassi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 90 |
| 1970s | 237 |
| 1980s | 1,047 |
| 1990s | 581 |
| 2000s | 224 |
| 2010s | 140 |
| 2020s | 36 |
Meaning & origin
Cassi is a modern, diminutive name that emerged in the United States in 1959. It reached its peak popularity in 1982, during the decade of the 1980s, when many similar short, feminine names were in vogue. Since 1985, its usage has been steadily declining. As of 2025, it ranks 14,942 and is given to approximately 1 in 321,453 newborns. The name is likely a variant of Cassie or a borrowing from the Latin Cassius, though its exact origin remains uncertain. It has not been associated with any top states or notable famous bearers, making it a relatively uncommon choice.
Cassi is likely a modern diminutive of names like Cassandra or Cassidy, or a feminine variant of Cassius. It emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century, first recorded in 1959. The name saw modest popularity in the 1980s, peaking in 1982, but has since declined in use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cass
Sibling names for Cassi
Names that share Cassi's style, for a brother or sister.
