First name Cassian - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Nameday
13. August
Meaning
The male first name Cassian has a Latin origin and means "descended from the Cassian family". The name is derived from the Roman family name Cassius, which in turn is derived from the Latin word "cassus", meaning "empty" or "hollow". In Roman mythology, Cassius was the name of a king known for his wisdom and justice. Nowadays, the name Cassian is mainly used in Italy, France, and Spain.