Curly-haired or clever
A variant of the Irish surname Γ Caiside, it traditionally refers to descendants of Caiside. The name is often interpreted as meaning curly-haired, though some etymological roots suggest a connection to being clever or ingenious.
Less common today
Cassady isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,149 in 1995.
Major figure of the Beat Generation and inspiration for 'On the Road'
American actress known for her role in The Walking Dead
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).