Gender-Neutral Name · Irish Origin
Cassidy
Cassidy is a neutral baby name of Irish origin, meaning "Clever, curly-haired". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Cassidy often also consider Chasity.
Cassidy meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Clever, curly-haired
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Cassidy to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Cassidy as C·A·S·S·I·D·Y, with 7 letters and a gender-neutral usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Cassidy is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Cassidy variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Cassidya, Cassidye, Cassidyy, Cassid.
- Nicknames: Cass and C.
- Middle names: Pair Cassidy with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Cassidy middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Chasity, Cozette, Chiquita, Castiel, Candy — full picks on the sibling names for Cassidy guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Cassidy? Browse our names like Cassidy 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 Cassidy
What does the name Cassidy mean?
Cassidy means "Clever, curly-haired" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Cassidy?
Cassidy originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Cassidy?
Cassidy has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Cassidy a boy's or girl's name?
Cassidy is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Cassidy in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Cassidy sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Cassidy?
Names that share Cassidy's sound and style include Chasity, Cozette, Chiquita, Castiel, Candy.
What middle names pair well with Cassidy?
Good middle-name fits for Cassidy pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Cassidy is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Cassidy is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Cassidy?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Cassidy share its rhythm without rhyming — Chasity, Cozette, Chiquita all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.