Cassidy

Cassidy as a name

“Cassidy” is a name that is traditionally used as both a first name and a last name. It is of Irish origin and means “curly-haired” or “clever.”

As a first name, Cassidy can be used for both boys and girls, although it is more commonly given to girls in recent years. The name gained popularity in the 1990s, and since then has remained a relatively common name for baby girls.

As a last name, Cassidy has been used by notable figures such as the American writer Jack Cassidy and the Irish revolutionary leader Michael Collins.