Cassandra
[kæˈsændrə]Meaning
a prophetess in Greek mythology who was given the gift of foresight
Background Story
Cassandra is a name rooted in Greek mythology. According to legend, Cassandra was the daughter of Priam, the last king of Troy. She was granted the gift of prophecy by the god Apollo, but after spurning his advances, she was cursed so that no one would believe her prophecies.
Temperament
Variations
Cassie, Sandra
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