Kassius is the less popular version of Cassius. It dates back to ancient Roman times when it was a surname for families. As of 2021, Kassius is a top 1,700 option for boys.
Meaning of the name Kassius:
Latin: hollow, vain, empty
Origin of the name Kassius:
Kassius originated as a spelling variation of Cassius. Cassius was originally a surname in Rome, coming from the Latin word “cassus.” Cassius and Kassius became first name options with the spread of the Christian church. Several saints bore the title. Cassius and Kassius increased in popularity in America in the twentieth century because Cassius was the birth name of Muhammad Ali.
Symbolism of the name Kassius:
The baby name Kassius has the same meaning as Cassius. Both options come from the Latin word “cassus.” “Cassus” translates to “empty,” “vain,” or “hollow” in English.
Style of the name Kassius:
Classical
Gender of the name Kassius:
Kassius is a classical name for boys.
Pronunciation of the name Kassius:
KAS-see-oos, KASH-us, or KAS-ee-us
Number of syllables in the name Kassius:
Two or three
Emotion evoked from the name Kassius:
Kassius feels noble and refined. It is a mature and formal baby name.
Alternative spellings for the name Kassius:
- Kasius
- Cassius
- Casius
- Kasiuss
- Casiuss
- Kassiuss
- Cassiuss
Nicknames for the name Kassius:
- Kass
- Kassi
- Kassie
- Kassy
- Kash
- Kas
Popularity of the name Kassius:
Kassius has no history as a top 1,000 baby name, according to the Social Security Popularity Index. As of 2021, Kassius was a top 1,700 option for boys. More specifically, it was number 1,655.
Related names for the name Kassius:
Great middle names for Kassius and their meanings:
- Ivan (God's gracious gift)
- Lane (path, roadway)
- Damon (one who tames, one who subdues)
- Tiernan (lord, little lord)
- Beck (someone who lives by a stream)
- Adair (wealthy spear, fortunate, powerful)
- Orion (rising in the sky, dawn)
- Flynn (ruddy, son of the red-haired person)
Famous people with the name Kassius:
Kassius's in popular culture:
- Kassius Armstrong (character from “Dynascions”)