Cassia Meaning and Origin
The name Cassia is a girl’s name meaning “cinnamon” and is of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek word kasia. The name Cassia can also be traced back to the Roman family name Cassius. Cassia is also a blooming tree with clusters of golden flowers known for emitting its spicy and sweet fragrance. Cassia is also associated with the Hebrew name “Ketzia” or “Keziah,” which means “cassia tree” or “cinnamon-like.” In the Bible, Cassia is mentioned as one of the ingredients used in sacred anointing oil. In terms of popularity, Cassia is not among the most common names, but it has gained some recognition in recent years. It may be considered a relatively unique and uncommon choice for a given name. Variations of the name Cassia include Cassie, Kassia, Kassie, and Keziah. As for nicknames, Cass and Cassi are commonly used.
Names similar to Cassia:
- Alessia
- Elara
- Seraphina
- Lavinia
- Camilla
- Luciana
- Calista
- Marcella
- Valentina
- Octavia
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