Jasper

Q: What is the origin of Jasper?

Jasper is of Persian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Jasper a boy name?

Jasper is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Treasurer"

Name traced to a Persian term associated with treasure, transmitted through late antique and medieval European usage.

Themes:treasurepersianbiblicalenglish

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Jasper

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#133Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

#133

Jasper was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

-11

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Jasper Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Jasper.

10 ideas

Jas

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Jazz

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jasp

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jasy

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sper

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pery

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spey

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jie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Jasper

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Famous Jaspers

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Jasper Johns
American painter and printmaker, pioneer of Neo-Dada movement

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Jasper mean?

Jasper means "Treasurer". Name traced to a Persian term associated with treasure, transmitted through late antique and medieval European usage.

What is the origin of Jasper?

Jasper is of Persian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Jasper?

According to the latest SSA data, Jasper is currently ranked #133 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Jasper a boy name?

Jasper is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Jasper?

Popular nicknames for Jasper include Jas, Jazz, jasp, jasy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Jasper?

There are many names similar to Jasper in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginPersian, Latin, English

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#133

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withJ

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Cyrus Arian Casper Darius Darian

Sisters

Esther Jasmine Jazmin Jazmine Soraya

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