US Popularity Rank: 17481

Origin: Slavic

Meaning: Master of treasure, the treasure bringer; Shining upon man; Curly-haired; Shield of God; Hollow

As a beloved Dutch and Slavic name, Cas is generally given to boys and derived from the Persian Casper, meaning “treasure bringer” and “master of the treasure.” Cas is also considered a girl’s name from the high-minded Greek Cassandra, meaning “shining upon man.” What’s more, Cas may be a short form of Cassidy, a bright and cheerful American name of Irish origin meaning “curly-haired.” There’s also Castiel, a masculine Hebrew name meaning “shield of God,” and the Latin Cassio, meaning “hollow.” Short and sweet Cas has oodles of potential sources, making it a versatile gender-neutral name for the baby who knows variety is the spice of life.