Cassandra Rudd

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cassandra Rudd — Greek
112K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cassandra Rudd 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 Rudd: Rudd is a surname. People with the surname Alyson Rudd, British journalist Amber Rudd, British Conservative Party MP Archibald Rudd, English footballer Bevil Rudd (1894–1948), South African athlete, Olympic gold medalist Billy Rudd (born 1941), English footballer Charles Rudd (1844–1916), business associate of Cecil John Rhodes Christopher Rudd (born 1963), English cricketer Christopher E. 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: Rudd

English

Rudd is a surname. People with the surname Alyson Rudd, British journalist Amber Rudd, British Conservative Party MP Archibald Rudd, English footballer Bevil Rudd (1894–1948), South African athlete, Olympic gold medalist Billy Rudd (born 1941), English footballer Charles Rudd (1844–1916), business associate of Cecil John Rhodes Christopher Rudd (born 1963), English cricketer Christopher E.

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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 Rudd

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 Rudd:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Rudd?
The surname Rudd originates from English. Rudd is a surname. People with the surname Alyson Rudd, British journalist Amber Rudd, British Conservative Party MP Archibald Rudd, English footballer Bevil Rudd (1894–1948), South African athlete, Olympic gold medalist Billy Rudd (born 1941), English footballer Charles Rudd (1844–1916), business associate of Cecil John Rhodes Christopher Rudd (born 1963), English cricketer Christopher E.
What are the origins of the name Cassandra Rudd?
The name Cassandra Rudd combines two different traditions: the first name Cassandra has Greek roots, while the surname Rudd originates from English.
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