Kasjan

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Fact sheet

Name
Kasjan
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
2

The male first name Kasjan represents a Polish form of Kasian, which in turn traces back to the name Cassian. This has its roots in the Roman and Etruscan family name Cassĭus (Cassĭānus).

What does the name Kasjan mean?

Kasjan, a male first name, is considered a Polish variant of Kasian, which is based on Cassian and derived from the Roman or Etruscan name Cassĭus (Cassĭānus). The meanings include 'the hollow', 'the metal helmet', and 'the member of the Cassian family'. Its roots lie in Latin, derived from the word cassus, which means 'hollow', 'empty', and 'vain'. Other variants include Kassian and Kassius, while the female forms are Kassia and Kassiana.

Where does the name Kasjan come from?

Kasjan is a male first name with Latin origins, meaning 'the hollow'. The Latin

How do you pronounce Kasjan?

Kasjan is pronounced as 'Kah-sjan'.

When is the name day of Kasjan?

The name day for Kasjan is celebrated on August 13.

Popularity

In Germany, Kasjan is a rather rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,488th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was in 2020, at 2,791st place. Over the last ten years, Kasjan has been given as a first name about 30 times, securing it the 4,394th position in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it is ranked 4,945th.

Nicknames & pet names

Kasi

Frequently asked questions about the name Kasjan

What is the origin of the name Kasjan?

Kasjan is a male first name with Latin roots, considered a Polish variant of Kasian.

What does the name Kasjan mean?

The meaning of the name Kasjan is 'the hollow', derived from the Latin word cassus, which means 'hollow', 'empty', or 'vain'.

How popular is the name Kasjan?

The popularity of Kasjan varies by region, but it is common in Polish-speaking areas and is gaining attention internationally.

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