Casper
Casper is a boy's name of Aramaic origin.
Meaning
Keeper of the treasure or treasurer.
Origin and history
Casper is traditionally derived from an ancient Aramaic or Persian root meaning treasurer or keeper of the treasure. It is historically linked to the name traditionally assigned to one of the Wise Men who visited the infant Jesus. In the United States, it is a recognizable classic name that has seen a gentle resurgence in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
6,208 babies in the United States have been named Casper since 1880. It ranks #1526 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #951.
States where it is most popular
- NY (19.6 %)
- CA (16.3 %)
- PA (9.6 %)
- IL (7 %)
- TX (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 193 |
| 1890-1900 | 180 |
| 1900-1910 | 144 |
| 1910-1920 | 716 |
| 1920-1930 | 762 |
| 1930-1940 | 420 |
| 1940-1950 | 281 |
| 1950-1960 | 253 |
| 1960-1970 | 156 |
| 1970-1980 | 115 |
| 1980-1990 | 145 |
| 1990-2000 | 218 |
| 2000-2010 | 425 |
| 2010-2019 | 938 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,262 |
Famous people named Casper
- Casper Van Dien: Actor, Producer
- Casper Christensen: Comedian, Actor
- Casper Ruud: Tennis Player
Fun facts
- Although not named in the Biblical text, western Christian tradition identifies Casper as one of the Three Wise Men.
- The name achieved massive pop culture recognition due to the fictional character Casper the Friendly Ghost.