Cassian
Cassian is a Christian boy name of Latin origin, meaning “Of the Cassius family”.
| Meaning | Of the Cassius family |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | KASH-un |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Italy, Brazil |
Meaning and origin of Cassian
Cassian comes from Cassianus, a Roman name meaning 'belonging to Cassius'. The family name Cassius is of uncertain origin; it is sometimes linked to Latin cassus, 'empty', but this is not settled. Saint John Cassian was a fifth-century monk whose writings on monastic life influenced Western monasticism, and Saint Cassian of Imola is a patron of teachers. It is also known through Cassian Andor of Star Wars.
Is Cassian a Christian name?
Cassian is a Christian saint's name, honouring Saint John Cassian, an important early teacher of monastic spirituality in both Eastern and Western churches.
How popular is Cassian?
Rare but increasingly chosen by parents who like Latin names.
Gifts with the name Cassian
- Cassian name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Cassian baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Cassian
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cassian mean?
Cassian means 'Of the Cassius family'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Cassian a Christian name?
Cassian is a Christian saint's name, honouring Saint John Cassian, an important early teacher of monastic spirituality in both Eastern and Western churches.
How do you pronounce Cassian?
Cassian is pronounced KASH-un.
Is Cassian a boy or girl name?
Cassian is usually a boy name.