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Cassius

KA-see-uhs

Cassius (name) means a male given name derived from the ancient Roman family name Cassius. Example: “Cassius Clay later became known as Muhammad Ali.”

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A male given name derived from the ancient Roman family name Cassius.

"Cassius Clay later became known as Muhammad Ali."

How to Use Cassius

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In plain EnglishA classical Roman name still used today as a given name.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin Cassius, the name of a Roman gens.

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for Cassius

radius genius Julius Darius Marius Sirius Lucius Mobius Celsius Flavius Aquarius Scorpius

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Cassius” mean?

The word “Cassius” means a male given name derived from the ancient Roman family name Cassius. In plain terms, a classical Roman name still used today as a given name.

How do you pronounce “Cassius”?

“Cassius” is pronounced KA-see-uhs (/ˈkæsi.əs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Cassius” in a sentence?

Here is “Cassius” used in a sentence: “Cassius Clay later became known as Muhammad Ali.”

What part of speech is “Cassius”?

“Cassius” is a name.

Where does the word “Cassius” come from?

The word “Cassius” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin Cassius, the name of a Roman gens.