Declining since 1994, #5,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Kasandra since 1943
Babies named Kasandra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 38 |
| 1950s | 136 |
| 1960s | 376 |
| 1970s | 739 |
| 1980s | 1,638 |
| 1990s | 3,340 |
| 2000s | 2,519 |
| 2010s | 559 |
| 2020s | 123 |
Meaning & origin
Kasandra is a modern spelling variant of the classic Cassandra, a name rooted in Greek mythology. Though it has appeared in U.S. records since 1943, its peak popularity came in 1993, when it ranked highest. Since 1994, it has been on a downward trajectory, with a 2025 rank of 5,410 and a frequency of about 1 in 69,881 births. The name is most common in Texas and California, and it reflects a trend toward phonetic spellings that emerged in the late 20th century. While never reaching the heights of its parent name, Kasandra offers a distinctive twist on a mythologically rich original.
Kasandra is a phonetic variant of Cassandra, a name from Greek mythology. The name possibly derives from Greek 'kekasmai' (to shine) and 'aner' (man), thus 'shining upon man', or from 'kassieirai' (entangler of men). In myth, Cassandra was a Trojan princess granted prophecy but cursed never to be believed. The Kasandra spelling emerged in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a simplified or individualized form.
Where Kasandra is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kassie, Sandy, Cassie, Kassy
Sibling names for Kasandra
Names that share Kasandra's style, for a brother or sister.
