Cass
Cass is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Vain, clever, or empty; often derived from Cassius or Caspian.
Origin and history
Cass is traditionally a short form of classical names such as Cassius, Cassian, or Caspian. It has also functioned as an independent given name for males in the U.S. since the late 19th century. Although relatively uncommon today, it remains a recognized minimalist classic.
Popularity in the United States
1,860 babies in the United States have been named Cass since 1880. It ranks #2975 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1793.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.3 %)
- TX (28.3 %)
- MI (25.7 %)
- FL (4.4 %)
- GA (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 13 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 17 |
| 1910-1920 | 79 |
| 1920-1930 | 81 |
| 1930-1940 | 43 |
| 1940-1950 | 89 |
| 1950-1960 | 170 |
| 1960-1970 | 222 |
| 1970-1980 | 197 |
| 1980-1990 | 242 |
| 1990-2000 | 184 |
| 2000-2010 | 162 |
| 2010-2019 | 221 |
| 2020-2029 | 134 |
Famous people named Cass
- Cass Sunstein: Legal Scholar, Author
Fun facts
- Cass historically developed as a nickname for masculine names starting with 'Cas-', such as Cassius or Cassian.
- While never a top-tier chart topper, Cass has maintained steady, low-level usage in the U.S. for well over a century.