Girl name · Greek
Cassia
“cinnamon tree”
Vibes
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Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Cassia — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Cassia is Greek — kasia, the cinnamon tree — a spice name from the ancient trade routes; Job's second daughter Keziah carries the Hebrew form of the same fragrant word.
Rare in America, Cassia offers the Cass- sound family (Cassandra, Cassidy) with a botanical, biblical pedigree and no crowd.
Three syllables with warmth baked in (CASH-ah or CASS-ee-ah — both circulate). Cass and Sia both work. It pairs well with simple middles (Cassia Mae, Cassia Rose). On our vibe map it is Boho spice-market with Nature-Inspired bark and a Soft & Dreamy drift.
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All Greek names →Cassia — common questions
Is Cassia a boy or girl name?
Cassia is traditionally a girl name of Greek origin.
What does the name Cassia mean?
Cassia means “cinnamon tree” of Greek origin. Cassia is Greek — kasia, the cinnamon tree — a spice name from the ancient trade routes; Job's second daughter Keziah carries the Hebrew form of the same fragrant word.
Where does the name Cassia come from?
Cassia is Greek in origin. Rare in America, Cassia offers the Cass- sound family (Cassandra, Cassidy) with a botanical, biblical pedigree and no crowd.
How popular is Cassia?
Cassia did not make the top 1,000 girls' names in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which makes it genuinely rare in the US.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Cassia you might want for the nursery.