Boy Name · Latin Origin
Cassian
Considering Cassian? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Hollow, empty", rooted in Latin naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Cayson.
Cassian meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Hollow, empty
Origin: Latin naming roots help connect Cassian to related Latin baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Cassian as C·A·S·S·I·A·N, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Cassian is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Cassian variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Cassiana, Cassiane, Cassiany, Cassia.
- Nicknames: Cass and C.
- Middle names: Pair Cassian with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Cassian middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Cayson, Casen, Cason, Caspian, Cosimo — full picks on the sibling names for Cassian guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Cassian? Browse our names like Cassian 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 Cassian
What does the name Cassian mean?
Cassian means "Hollow, empty" and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of Cassian?
Cassian originates in Latin naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Cassian?
Cassian has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Cassian a boy's or girl's name?
Cassian is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Cassian in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Cassian sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Cassian?
Names that share Cassian's sound and style include Cayson, Casen, Cason, Caspian, Cosimo.
What middle names pair well with Cassian?
Good middle-name fits for Cassian pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Cassian is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Cassian is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Cassian?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Cassian share its rhythm without rhyming — Cayson, Casen, Cason all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.