Kassius
Kassius is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Derived from Latin Cassius, traditionally interpreted as empty, vain, or potentially related to armor.
Origin and history
Kassius is a modern variant spelling of the ancient Roman family name Cassius. It derived from Latin roots possibly meaning empty, vain, or helmeted warrior. The name has seen a noticeable rise in U.S. popularity in recent years as parents seek classic roots with modern spelling tweaks.
Popularity in the United States
1,187 babies in the United States have been named Kassius since 1880. It ranks #3509 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1349.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21.6 %)
- TX (18.4 %)
- FL (10.9 %)
- GA (5.3 %)
- AZ (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 73 |
| 2010-2019 | 517 |
| 2020-2029 | 597 |
Famous people named Kassius
- Kassius Robertson: Basketball player
Nicknames
Kass
Fun facts
- Kassius is a variant of Cassius, an ancient Roman family name borne by several prominent historical figures.
- The spelling with a K has gained traction in the United States in recent years as modern naming trends favor K spellings.