Caspar

At a Glance: Name: Caspar – Meaning: treasurer, treasure-bearer – Origin: Old Persian (Old Iranian) – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: KAS-per

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Caspar comes from Old Persian, where it carries the meaning treasurer, or treasure-bearer. It's a name with deep historical roots but a very light footprint in U.S. baby-name records, which makes it stand out if you're looking for something uncommon. For parents drawn to a name with an old-world meaning behind it, Caspar offers that in a compact, distinctive package.

Meaning & Origin of Caspar

Meaning: Treasurer, treasure-bearer.

Origin: Old Persian (Old Iranian).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Caspar

Phonetic: KAS-per   IPA: /ˈkæspər/

Popularity of Caspar

SSA records going back to 1915 show Caspar has always been rare: its best year was 1917, when it ranked #3272 with just 7 babies given the name, and in 2024 it sat at #5933 with 15 babies.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1915–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Caspar mean?

Treasurer, treasure-bearer. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Caspar)

How do you pronounce Caspar?

Caspar is pronounced KAS-per (IPA: /ˈkæspər/).

Is Caspar a popular name right now?

Caspar peaked at #3272 in 1917 and is ranked #5933 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)

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