Boy · 161st of 23,106
Jasper
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
60,802
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
3,012
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jasper stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Jasper originates from the Persian word for 'treasurer', evolving through Greek and Latin before becoming established in English. It carries the meaning of 'treasurer' and is linked to Christian tradition. The name has seen historical popularity since the Middle Ages and is currently perceived as both classic and trendy. It has notable variants and has been borne by several famous individuals.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæspər/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Jasper is derived from the Persian word 'gazar', meaning 'treasurer'. It was adopted into Greek and Latin before becoming popular in the English-speaking world.
Meaning
treasurer
Language Evolution
Gazar (Persian), Iaspis (Greek), Jaspis (Latin), Jasper (Middle English)
Historical Usage
Jasper became popular in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages, particularly as a name for one of the Three Wise Men in Christian tradition.
Variants & Derivatives
Jasp, Jas, Jasperino
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Jasper is viewed as a classic yet trendy name, often associated with artistic and creative attributes.
Famous People
Jasper Johns, an American painter., Jasper Fforde, a British author., Jasper T. Jowett, a notable British politician.
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 3,012 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 1 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 13 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 273rd of 7545 | 6,549 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 370th of 6773 | 4,304 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 554th of 7552 | 3,515 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 751st of 10718 | 1,907 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 675th of 16616 | 3,382 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 433rd of 24088 | 9,764 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 161st of 23106 | 28,535 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7989th of 9107 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7783rd of 9204 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6810th of 27321 | 177 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5758th of 35406 | 342 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3035th of 30306 | 654 |