Cassaundra is of African-American origin, derived from the Latin 'Casandra', which means 'she who excels over men'. It is a unique and distinctive name, often misspelled or mispronounced due to its uncommon spelling. Cassaundra is typically associated with the spelling variant Cassandra, but stands out as a more personalized and individual version of the name. It gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and has since been used sporadically, contributing to its distinctive character.
The name Cassaundra experienced a significant rise and fall in popularity over the given years. With only 9 births recorded in 1947, it seems to have been quite uncommon at that time. However, by 1967, there were 38 births, indicating a notable increase in usage. The name reached its peak popularity between 1982 and 1990, with a high of 149 births in 1989. After this period, the number of births decreased steadily, dropping to as low as 5 births in 2012. Overall, from 1947 to 2014, there were a total of 2392 babies named Cassaundra, reflecting its varied usage over time.