Cassio

The first name Cassio, which is of the male gender, carries the meaning "the vain" or "the empty." Its use originally occurred in the Italian language area, while the spelling Cássio is more commonly found in Portuguese.

What does the name Cassio mean?

Cassio is a masculine first name that translates to "the vain" or "the empty." The name has its roots in Latin, linked to the Roman family of the Cassii. It is derived from the Latin term cassus, which means "vain" or "empty." Currently, Cassio is particularly common in the USA. Saint Cassio was a soldier of the Theban Legion and suffered martyrdom along with Carpoforo, Essanto, Licinius, Second, and Severus. These saints are celebrated by the Church on August 7.

Where does the name Cassio come from?

The etymology of Cassio is Latin, meaning "the vain" or "the empty." The Latin term cassus means "vain" or "empty." The name is used in Italian and Portuguese languages.

How do you pronounce Cassio?

The pronunciation of Cassio is three syllables as "Kas-si-o" [ˈkas.si.o]. The double consonant "-ss" emphasizes the middle of the name and sets a clear rhythmic accent. The open ending "-io" allows the name to gently and melodically fade out. Cassio conveys a southern, sonorous impression - lively, light, and harmonious.

When is the name day of Cassio?

The name day for Cassio is celebrated on August 7 and August 13.

Popularity

In Germany, Cassio is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2021, ranking 5,195th. In the last ten years, Cassio has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 7,739th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,916th.

Famous people

• Cassio de Souza Soares Lincoln (football player at Galatasaray Istanbul)
• Cassio Gabus Mendes (Brazilian actor)
• Cassio Horta Magalhaes (football player from Austria)
• Cassio Lincoln (footballer (Galatasaray)
• Cassio Luis Rissardo (Brazilian football player)
• Cassio Rivetti (equestrian from England)
• Cassio Vargas (Brazilian football player)
• Cassio Vargas Barbosa (Brazilian footballer)
• Joelinton Cassio Apolinario Lira (Brazilian football player)
• Milton Cassio Da Silva (Brazilian footballer)