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Kassia First Name Meaning

The name Kassia is of Greek origin and primarily used for females. It means "Cinnamon." Kassia, also known as Kassiani, was a prominent Byzantine-Greek composer, hymnographer, and poet who holds a unique place in Byzantine music history as the only known woman whose music appears in the Byzantine liturgy. Born into a wealthy family in Constantinople, Kassia was exceptionally beautiful and intelligent. She founded a convent and became its first abbess, demonstrating religious zeal and a strong defense of the Orthodox Faith. Kassia wrote numerous hymns still used in the Byzantine liturgy, with her most famous composition being the Hymn of Kassia. In addition to her sacred music, she also wrote secular literature, including epigrams and gnomic verses. Kassia's contributions have earned her a place in history as a celebrated figure, and she is commemorated by the Orthodox Church.

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How popular Kassia first name? (2000 - Now)

Historical popularity of Kassia first name (1880 - Now)

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