Kacper Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAS-per / /ˈkæspər/Polish; Czech; Hungarian
Meaning
treasurer (Polish); variant of Casper (Czech, Hungarian)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Polish culture, Kacper is derived from the name Kasper, which means 'treasurer' and is associated with one of the Three Wise Men. In Czech and Hungarian contexts, Kacper is a variant of Casper, which also relates to the biblical figure. The name has been popular in various European cultures, often linked to themes of wisdom and wealth.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kasper
- Casper
- Kacpra
International Variants
- Casper (English)
- Gaspar (Spanish)
- Gaspard (French)
Famous people named Kacper
Kacper Przybyłko — professional footballer.
Kacper Sierżant — Polish artist.
Fictional characters named Kacper
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kacper was first seen in the United States in 1994. Kacper has ranked as high as #1300 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, and Connecticut. In the past 5 years the name Kacper has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kacper (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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IL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1994 | 10 |
1995 | 11 |
1996 | 9 |
1997 | 7 |
1998 | 13 |
1999 | 13 |
2000 | 31 |
2001 | 29 |
2002 | 23 |
2003 | 42 |
2004 | 65 |
2005 | 65 |
2006 | 87 |
2007 | 88 |
2008 | 76 |
2009 | 57 |
2010 | 56 |
2011 | 54 |
2012 | 62 |
2013 | 36 |
2014 | 43 |
2015 | 30 |
2016 | 45 |
2017 | 19 |
2018 | 32 |
2019 | 23 |
2020 | 11 |
2021 | 11 |
2022 | 14 |
2023 | 12 |
2024 | 17 |