Cassandra Kinser

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cassandra Kinser — Greek
112K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cassandra Kinser is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Cassandra is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Cassandra, also spelled Kassandra, is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Cassander is the masculine form of Cassandra. In Greek mythology, Cassandra (Greek: Κασσάνδρα) was the daughter of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy. She had the gift of prophecy, but was cursed so that none would believe her prophecies. The name has been in occasional use since the Middle Ages. The usual English nickname is Cassie. Cassandre is the French version of the name. The name peaked in popularity in the United States in 1990 with more than 7,000 girls named Cassandra born that year. The surname Kinser: Charleen Kinser (1934–2008), American toy-designer Cynthia D. Kinser (born 1951), American judge Elbert L. Kinser (1922–1945), United States Marine and Medal of Honor recipient Holly Kinser (born 1965), American lobbyist John Douglas Kinser (1918–1951), American murder victim Kraig Kinser (born 1984), American racing driver Mark Kinser (born 1964), American racing driver Sheldon Kinser (1942–1988), American racing driver Steve Kinser (born 1954), American racing driver Camp Kinser, a United States Marine Corps base in Okinawa, Japan Cassandra is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 112K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Cassandra reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Cassandra

Greek

Cassandra, also spelled Kassandra, is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Cassander is the masculine form of Cassandra. In Greek mythology, Cassandra (Greek: Κασσάνδρα) was the daughter of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy. She had the gift of prophecy, but was cursed so that none would believe her prophecies. The name has been in occasional use since the Middle Ages. The usual English nickname is Cassie. Cassandre is the French version of the name. The name peaked in popularity in the United States in 1990 with more than 7,000 girls named Cassandra born that year.

Surname: Kinser

English

Charleen Kinser (1934–2008), American toy-designer Cynthia D. Kinser (born 1951), American judge Elbert L. Kinser (1922–1945), United States Marine and Medal of Honor recipient Holly Kinser (born 1965), American lobbyist John Douglas Kinser (1918–1951), American murder victim Kraig Kinser (born 1984), American racing driver Mark Kinser (born 1964), American racing driver Sheldon Kinser (1942–1988), American racing driver Steve Kinser (born 1954), American racing driver Camp Kinser, a United States Marine Corps base in Okinawa, Japan

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Cassandra is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Cassandra by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Cassandra Kinser

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Cassandra Kinser:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Cassandra?
The first name Cassandra originates from Greek. Cassandra, also spelled Kassandra, is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Cassander is the masculine form of Cassandra. In Greek mythology, Cassandra (Greek: Κασσάνδρα) was the daughter of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy. She had the gift of prophecy, but was cursed so that none would believe her prophecies. The name has been in occasional use since the Middle Ages. The usual English nickname is Cassie. Cassandre is the French version of the name. The name peaked in popularity in the United States in 1990 with more than 7,000 girls named Cassandra born that year.
When was Cassandra most popular?
The name Cassandra reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kinser?
The surname Kinser originates from English. Charleen Kinser (1934–2008), American toy-designer Cynthia D. Kinser (born 1951), American judge Elbert L. Kinser (1922–1945), United States Marine and Medal of Honor recipient Holly Kinser (born 1965), American lobbyist John Douglas Kinser (1918–1951), American murder victim Kraig Kinser (born 1984), American racing driver Mark Kinser (born 1964), American racing driver Sheldon Kinser (1942–1988), American racing driver Steve Kinser (born 1954), American racing driver Camp Kinser, a United States Marine Corps base in Okinawa, Japan
What are the origins of the name Cassandra Kinser?
The name Cassandra Kinser combines two different traditions: the first name Cassandra has Greek roots, while the surname Kinser originates from English.
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