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Caspar

♂ Boy

Pronounced KAS-pər /ˈkæs.pər/High

Meaning: From the Persian/Chaldean Gaspar, 'a treasurer; the keeper of the treasure' (linked to ganzabara, 'treasure-bearer')Medium

In 30 seconds: A treasurer: Caspar is Persian for 'a treasurer; keeper of the treasure'. Crisp, classic, and warm.
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Origin MediumPersian
MeaningFrom the Persian/Chaldean Gaspar, 'a treasurer; the keeper of the treasure' (linked to ganzabara, 'treasure-bearer')
U.S. rank (2025)#4889 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births20 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 401

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201819152025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Caspar comes from the Persian/Chaldean Gaspar, 'a treasurer; the keeper of the treasure' (linked to ganzabara, 'a treasure-bearer'). It is traditionally the name of one of the three Magi who brought gifts to the infant Jesus. A crisp, classic name across Europe, especially the Netherlands and Germany (said 'KAS-pər'; nickname Cas).

In the U.S. it appears in European families. Rare, a-treasurer at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Caspar means 'a treasurer; the keeper of the treasure' (from the Persian ganzabara, 'treasure-bearer') — traditionally one of the three Magi who brought gifts to the infant Jesus — a crisp, classic name (said 'KAS-pər').
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name — Caspar — root etymology

Variations

CasperGasparKaspar

Nicknames

Cas

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Caspar mean?

Caspar is Persian for 'a treasurer; the keeper of the treasure' (one of the three Magi).

How do you pronounce Caspar?

It's said KAS-pər /ˈkæs.pər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Caspar a boy or girl name?

Caspar is a boy's name.

How popular is Caspar?

Caspar is a rare name in the U.S.

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