Kasper Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAS-per / /ˈkæspər/Persian; Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Persian: treasurer; Greek: bringer of gifts; Hebrew: one who brings treasure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kasper is derived from the Persian name 'Gaspar,' which means 'treasurer.' It is often associated with one of the Three Wise Men in Christian tradition, who is said to have brought gifts to the infant Jesus. The name has variations in many cultures and has been popular in various forms throughout history.
Trend Summary
Kasper has seen a steady rise in popularity in the U.S. over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Casper
- Gaspar
- Kaspian
International Variants
- Caspar (German)
- Gaspar (Spanish)
- Kasper (Danish)
- Kacper (Polish)
Famous people named Kasper
Kasper Schmeichel is a Danish professional footballer known for his goalkeeping skills.
Kasper Hjulmand is a Danish football manager recognized for leading the national team.
Kasper Rorsted is a German businessman and CEO of Adidas.
Kasper van der Laan is a Dutch artist known for his contemporary works.
Fictional characters named Kasper
Kasper is a character in the 'Kasperle' puppet theater, known for his mischievous antics.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kasper was first seen in the United States in 1912. Kasper has ranked as high as #1266 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Kasper has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kasper (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| MN | 6 | |
| TX | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 35 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 50 |
| 2017 | 48 |
| 2018 | 56 |
| 2019 | 74 |
| 2020 | 66 |
| 2021 | 76 |
| 2022 | 85 |
| 2023 | 90 |
| 2024 | 94 |