Home › Baby Names Directory › Jasper

Jasper

♂ Boy

Pronounced JAS-pur /ˈdʒæs.pər/High

Meaning: Treasurer; bringer of treasure — from Persian Gaspar (one who guards treasure), via GreekMedium

In 30 seconds: A name of Persian origin meaning 'treasurer,' Jasper is also the name of a reddish-brown gemstone. Combining gem-name appeal with earthy mystery, it has become a quietly fashionable modern top-100 choice.
💕 Browse more names
Origin HighPersian, Greek
MeaningTreasurer; bringer of treasure — from Persian Gaspar (one who guards treasure), via Greek
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 40,094

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201718802017

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Jasper is an English form of the name Gaspar (also Caspar), one of the traditionally named Three Wise Men, from the Persian Gandzabara, meaning 'treasurer.' It also names a deep red or yellow variety of quartz gemstone.

Jasper has been used in England since the medieval period. It fell from fashion and has made a confident vintage-to-modern revival in the United States, now ranking in the top 100 boys' names.

Did you know? Jasper is traditionally one of the Three Wise Men (Magi) in Christian tradition — though the Bible never names the Magi, the names Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar (or Gaspar) were assigned in early medieval tradition.

Variations

CasparKasparGaspar

Nicknames

JasJasp

Famous Bearers

  • ★Jasper Johns (1930–)
    American artist and painter, known for his Flag series and one of the most influential American artists of the 20th century.

If you like Jasper…

Silas— quiet vintage Biblical name with the same earthy, understated quality
Felix— Latin classic with the same gem-like brevity and vintage-revival charm
Milo— short vintage name with the same warm, friendly, slightly eccentric cool
Oscar— Old English/Norse name with the same earthy vintage character

Frequently Asked

What does the name Jasper mean?

Jasper comes from the Persian Gaspar, meaning 'treasurer' or 'bringer of treasure.' It is also the name of a red or yellow variety of quartz.

How do you pronounce Jasper?

It is said JAS-pur /ˈdʒæs.pər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Jasper a boy or girl name?

Jasper is used almost exclusively as a boy's name.

How popular is Jasper?

Jasper has been climbing the U.S. charts and is now among the top 100 boys' names.