Cassidi

“curly-haired”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8496US 2020

12Births / yr

↑Rising

863All-time births

📅 Since 197700

How to pronounce Cassidi

KASS·ID·ee

/ˈkæss.ˈɪd.iː/ · stress on KASS · 3 syllables

“curly-haired”

American origin · Girl name

What does Cassidi mean and where does it come from?

Cassidi is a variation of the name Cassidy, which has roots in the Irish surname 'O'Cathasaigh.' The name suggests attributes of happiness and hair, specifically denoting curly or wavy hair. Its use in the Anglo-Saxon culture has been more common in the 21st century, where it has evolved into a fash

Cultural significance

Cassidi has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of curly-haired.

Peak popularity

Reached #2724 in 1999 — currently #8496 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cassidi?

Cassidi works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cassidi Grace

How popular is Cassidi right now?

Rising fast — up 4836 spots — currently #8496 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2020#8496 · Top 6.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#8508	12	▲ up 4836 · +71% births
2015	#13344	7	▼ down 5705 · -56% births
2010	#7639	16	▼ down 1942 · -27% births
2005	#5697	22	▼ down 2739 · -54% births
2000	#2958	48	▲ up 507 · +50% births
1995	#3465	32	▲ up 2587 · +113% births
1990	#6052	15	▼ down 2211 · -32% births
1985	#3841	22	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cassidi

Best Year2000Rank #2958

Peak Count48

Average Rank#6438

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20208 years

The story of Cassidi

Cassidi is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1977. With 863 total births recorded, Cassidi remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3841 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8508 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Cassidi in 1999:

Emily Hannah Alexis Sarah Samantha

Cassidi by decade

Cassidi peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	14
1980s	129
1990s ★	300
2000s	273
2010s	135
2020s	12

💎Cassidi has only 863 total recorded births since 1977 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cassidi?

Common

CasCaIdi

What names sound and feel like Cassidi?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cassidi also consider these

Cassadi

American · English

Kassidi

American · pure or chaste

Casadi

American · Derived from 'casa',

Israel · Meaning 'my pious

Common questions about the name Cassidi

What does the name Cassidi mean?

Cassidi means "curly-haired" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cassidi?

Cassidi is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Cassidi have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Cassidi?

Cassidi originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Cassidi?

Cassidi is a three-syllable name pronounced K AE1 S S IH1 D IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Cassidi?

Cassidi pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.