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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Treasurer
- Origin
- Old Persian
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- JAS-per
Jasper is a boy's name with a vintage, well-traveled feel, rooted in Old Persian, where it means 'treasurer.' You might assume it's tied to the gemstone of the same name, but that's a common mix-up — the two come from entirely separate roots. It's pronounced JAS-per (/ˈdʒæspər/).
Meaning & Origin of Jasper
Meaning: Treasurer.
Origin: Old Persian.
A common claim: Often assumed to be named after, or connected to, the gemstone jasper. Actually: The given name and the gemstone are unrelated in origin — Jasper (the name) comes from Old Persian for 'treasurer,' while the gemstone's name derives from a separate Semitic root.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Jasper
JAS-perIPA /ˈdʒæspər/
Popularity of Jasper
Jasper hit its high point in 2023 at #122 with 2,942 babies given the name, then eased slightly to #133 in 2024 with 2,750.
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FAQ
What does the name Jasper mean?
Treasurer. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Jasper?
Jasper is pronounced JAS-per (IPA: /ˈdʒæspər/).
Is Jasper a popular name right now?
Jasper is near its all-time peak (#122 in 2023), ranked #133 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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