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Jesper

♂ Boy

Pronounced YES-pər /ˈjɛs.pər/Medium

Meaning: Scandinavian/Danish form of Jasper/Casper — from Persian, 'treasurer; bringer of treasure' (one of the Three Wise Men)Medium

In 30 seconds: A bringer of treasure: Jesper is the Scandinavian Jasper — 'treasurer'. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'YES-pər').
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Origin MediumPersian, Scandinavian
MeaningScandinavian/Danish form of Jasper/Casper — from Persian, 'treasurer; bringer of treasure' (one of the Three Wise Men)
U.S. rank (2025)#4187 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 245

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319792025

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

Jesper is a Scandinavian and Danish form of Jasper/Casper — from Persian, 'treasurer; bringer of treasure' (the name traditionally given to one of the Three Wise Men who brought gifts to the infant Jesus). A crisp, classic name across Denmark and Sweden (said 'YES-pər').

In the U.S. it appears in Scandinavian families. Rare, bringer-of-treasure at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Jasper/Casper means 'treasurer; bringer of treasure' (Persian; one of the Three Wise Men) — Jesper is its crisp Scandinavian and Danish form (said 'YES-pər').
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name — Jesper — etymology

Variations

JasperCasperKasper

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If you like Jesper…

Jasper— the English form
Casper— a fellow Wise Man name
Kasper— the Scandinavian Casper
Gaspar— the Spanish form

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jesper mean?

Jesper is the Scandinavian Jasper — Persian 'treasurer; bringer of treasure'.

How do you pronounce Jesper?

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

Is Jesper a boy or girl name?

Jesper is a boy's name.

How popular is Jesper?

Jesper is a rare name in the U.S.

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