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Cassander is a Latinized form of the Greek name Kassandros (Κάσσανδρος), which represents the masculine variant of Kassandra. Its translation is "the seducer."
What does the name Cassander mean?
The name Cassander is derived from Kassandros (Κάσσανδρος), the masculine form of the Greek name Kassandra. It is translated as "the seducer." Its origins can be traced back to the Ancient Greek words kékasmai (κέκασμαι), meaning "excellent," "to surpass," "to shine," or "to transcend," and andrós (ἀνδρός), meaning "the man." Cassander was a Macedonian general and was among the most notable Diadochi (successors) of Alexander the Great. He grew up alongside Alexander and was portrayed as one of his commanders in Oliver Stone's film "Alexander" during his long campaign into Persia, Central Asia, and India. Other variants include Casandro and Kassander. The feminine forms are Cassandra, Cassandre, Cassandria, Cassie, Cassy, Casandra, Casandria, Kassandre, Kassandane, and Kasandra.
Where does the name Cassander come from?
The name Cassander has Ancient Greek roots and means "the seducer." It is composed of the Ancient Greek terms kékasmai, meaning "excellent, to surpass, to shine, to transcend," and andrós, meaning "the man." It was also adopted into Latin.
How do you pronounce Cassander?
The pronunciation of Cassander is three syllables and has a harmonious sound. In German, the name is usually pronounced as "Cas-san-der" [kaˈsandɐ], with the syllables flowing smoothly into one another and the emphasis placed in the middle. The combination of soft vowels and the clear "-ander" gives the name a calm and expansive sound quality. Cassander thus sounds melodious and nuanced, radiating both elegance and depth.
Popularity
In Germany, Cassander is a rather rare name. In 2017, it ranked 3,867th among the most common male first names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than ten times, placing it 6,739th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 8,037th.
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Frequently asked questions about the name Cassander
What is the origin of the name Cassander?
The name Cassander has its roots in Ancient Greek and is composed of the words 'kékasmai,' meaning 'excellent,' and 'andrós,' which means 'the man.' It was also adopted into Latin.
What does the name Cassander mean?
Cassander is often translated as 'the seducer.' The meaning is derived from the Ancient Greek terms associated with excellence and superiority.
How popular is the name Cassander?
The popularity of the name Cassander varies by region but has gained interest in recent years, particularly in modern naming trends.