Etymology & Historical Origin of the Baby Name Kassidy

Kassidy is an Americanized respelling of Cassidy. The name Cassidy is the transferred use of an Irish surname originating from on old Gaelic personal name. Ó Caiside (meaning son of Caiside) comes from the Gaelic element “cas” meaning ‘curly hair’ which would have been used as a nickname. The clan O'Cassidy were physicians to the kings of Ulster (Northern Ireland) from the 14th to the 17th centuries. The O’Cassidy’s were known for their high level of education, their literary prowess and their general cleverness. Cassidy could have also developed as an expanded form of the female nickname Cass, a pet form used for Cassandra dating back to the Middle Ages.

All About the Baby Name – Kassidy

Personality

OF THE GIRL NAME KASSIDY

The number Seven personality is deeply mystical and highly in tune with their spirituality. They operate on a different wavelength than the average joe. Spending time alone comes easily to Sevens, as it gives them time to contemplate philosophical, religious and spiritual ideas in an effort to find "real truth".  Sevens are wise, but often exude mystery as if they are tapped into something the rest of us don't understand. They love the outdoors and are fed by nature. Sevens are constantly seeking to understand human nature, our place in the universe, and the mystery of life in general. This makes them quite artistic and poetic, but they are also keen observers with high intellect - so they are equally scientific-minded. Sevens are charitable and care deeply about the human condition.

Popularity

OF THE GIRL NAME KASSIDY

Kassidy is yet another example of changing a “C” name to a more phonetically appealing “K” name. Like Kris Jenner naming her daughters Kourtney and Khloé for example. Carla to Karla, Cadence to Kadence, Cassandra to Kassandra, Caitlin to Kaitlin. Then again, long ago the English changed the French Catherine to Katherine so be careful how much eye-rolling you do. Changing C names to K basically gives the name a modern, non-traditional, Americanized, cutesy quality. Be forewarned: your child will go through life saying “Kassidy. That’s Cassidy with a K.” We hear from many people that such a lifetime effort of correcting people can become quite tiresome (unless you’re a Kardashian). We say stick with Cassidy. It just looks better.

Quick Facts

ON KASSIDY

GENDER:

Girl

ORIGIN:

American

NUMBER OF SYLLABLES:

3

RANKING POPULARITY:

430

PRONUNCIATION:

KAS-sә-dee

SIMPLE MEANING:

Curly haired

Characteristics

OF KASSIDY

Mystical

Wise

Eccentric

Intuitive

Imaginative

Philosophical

Solitary

Cultural References to the Baby Name – Kassidy

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Childrens Books

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Popular Songs

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Famous People

NAMED KASSIDY

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Children of Famous People

NAMED KASSIDY

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Historic Figures

WITH THE NAME KASSIDY

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