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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 choice, peaking in the top 250.
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Origin HighPersian, Greek
MeaningTreasurer; bringer of treasure — from Persian Gaspar (one who guards treasure), via Greek
U.S. rank (2025)#129 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births2,804 boys (0.16% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 62,402

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202318802025

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

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 250 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…

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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 250 boys' names.

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