Cressida

Gender: Girl
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Gold
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names

Cressida Meaning and Origin

The name Cressida is a girl’s name meaning “gold” and is of Greek origin. The name Cressida is derived from the Greek word “Khrēsida,” which means “gold” or “golden.” In Greek mythology, Cressida was a Trojan woman who fell in love with the Greek warrior Troilus during the Trojan War. The story of Troilus and Cressida was later adapted into a play by William Shakespeare. It was a popular name in medieval times, particularly in England, where it was often spelled “Criseyde.” In modern times, the name Cressida has become less common but is still used. Some famous people with the name Cressida include Cressida Bonas, an English actress and model, and Cressida Cowell, a British children’s author known for the “How to Train Your Dragon” series.

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• Cassiopeia
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