Kassandra
Gender: Female
Origin: Greek
Meaning: She Who Entangles Men
What is the meaning of the name Kassandra?
The name Kassandra is primarily a female name of Greek origin that means She Who Entangles Men.
The name “Kassandra” is of Greek origin and is derived from the Greek name “Κασσάνδρα” (Kassandra). In Greek mythology, Kassandra (often spelled as Cassandra in English) was a daughter of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy. She was blessed with the gift of prophecy by Apollo but cursed that her prophecies would never be believed. Despite her warnings, her prophecies of the fall of Troy and other calamities went unheeded, leading to tragic consequences.
As a result, the name “Kassandra” is often associated with themes of prophecy, foresight, and tragedy. It can also symbolize insight, wisdom, and the struggle to be heard or believed. In modern usage, “Kassandra” or its variant “Cassandra” is sometimes used to describe someone who predicts unfortunate events but is not taken seriously.
Different Spellings of the name Kassandra:
Variations in the spelling of “Kassandra” can arise based on personal preference, regional influences, or phonetic interpretations. Here are some potential alternative spellings:
1. Cassandra
2. Kassandre
3. Kassandrah
4. Cassandre
5. Kassanda
6. Kassandrah
7. Kassundra
8. Kassondra
9. Kasandra
10. Kassandera
These variations may be used interchangeably depending on individual choices or cultural backgrounds.
How to write the name Kassandra in Japanese?
To write the name “Kassandra” in Japanese, it would typically be represented using katakana characters since it’s a foreign name. Without a specific pronunciation guide, we would approximate the sounds as closely as possible. So, “Kassandra” could be written in Japanese as カサンドラ. Each katakana character represents a syllable, with “ka” (カ), “sa” (サ), “n” (ン), “do” (ド), “ra” (ラ) being the closest sounds to the English pronunciation of “Kassandra.”