Boy Name · Greek Origin
Cass
Considering Cass? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Curly-haired", rooted in Greek naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Cash.
Cass meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Curly-haired
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Cass to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Cass as C·A·S·S, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Cass is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Cass variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Cassa, Casse, Cassy.
- Nicknames: Cass works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Cass with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Cass middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Cash, Cassi, Case, Cassie, Chaz — full picks on the sibling names for Cass guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Cass? Browse our names like Cass guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Cass
What does the name Cass mean?
Cass means "Curly-haired" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Cass?
Cass originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Cass?
Cass has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Cass a boy's or girl's name?
Cass is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Cass in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Cass sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Cass?
Names that share Cass's sound and style include Cash, Cassi, Case, Cassie, Chaz.
What middle names pair well with Cass?
Good middle-name fits for Cass pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Cass is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Cass is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Cass?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Cass share its rhythm without rhyming — Cash, Cassi, Case all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.