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Gaspard

♂ Boy

Pronounced gas-PAR /ɡæsˈpɑːr/Medium

Meaning: The French form of Gaspar (Casper), from a Persian root often read as 'treasurer; keeper of the treasure.' Gaspard is traditionally one of the three Magi. Noted respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A courtly French name: Gaspard is one of the Three Magi (said 'gas-PAR'). Classic and rare.
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Origin MediumFrench, Persian
MeaningThe French form of Gaspar (Casper), from a Persian root often read as 'treasurer; keeper of the treasure.' Gaspard is traditionally one of the three Magi. Noted respectfully.
U.S. rank (2023)#9187 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births8 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 95

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201820082023

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

Gaspard is French for Gaspar/Casper, from a Persian 'treasurer,' and one of the traditional names of the Three Magi. A courtly, classic name, noted respectfully — rare in the U.S. (said 'gas-PAR').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in French-heritage families. Rare, courtly, and classic.

Did you know? Gaspard is the French form of Gaspar (Casper), from a Persian root read as 'treasurer' — traditionally one of the three Magi who visited the Christ child, noted respectfully (said 'gas-PAR').
Overall data confidence 48%
References — Gaspard — French Gaspar/Casper; 'treasurer'; one of the Three Magi

Variations

GasparCasperGaspare

Nicknames

GasPard

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Gaspard mean?

Gaspard is the French form of Gaspar (Casper), from a Persian root read as 'treasurer'; he is traditionally one of the three Magi. Noted respectfully.

How do you pronounce Gaspard?

It's said gas-PAR /ɡæsˈpɑːr/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Gaspard a boy or girl name?

Gaspard is a boy's name.

How popular is Gaspard?

Gaspard is a rare name in the U.S.

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