Cassiopeia
Cassiopeia is a girls' name of Greek origin meaning “she whose words excel.” In Greek mythology, Cassiopeia was an Ethiopian queen whose boast of beauty angered the sea nymphs.
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how do you pronounce Cassiopeia?
kas-ee-oh-PEE-ah
more about Cassiopeia
She was immortalized as a constellation, making this a celestial and mythological name.
the history of Cassiopeia
In Greek myth Cassiopeia was a queen who was placed among the stars as a constellation.
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quick answers about Cassiopeia
What does the name Cassiopeia mean?
Cassiopeia means “she whose words excel”.
What is the origin of the name Cassiopeia?
Cassiopeia comes from the Greek naming tradition.
How popular is the name Cassiopeia?
Cassiopeia has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Cassiopeia a boy or girl name?
Cassiopeia is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Cassiopeia?
Cassiopeia is pronounced kas-ee-oh-PEE-ah, with 5 syllables.
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