Kacper
Kacper is a boy's name of Polish origin.
Meaning
Keeper of the treasure or treasurer.
Origin and history
Kacper is the Polish form of the traditional name Casper or Jasper, derived from an ancient Persian root meaning 'treasurer'. It is widely used in Poland and Eastern Europe. In the United States, it is a relatively rare name, retained primarily within families of Polish heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,102 babies in the United States have been named Kacper since 1880. It ranks #3587 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1851.
States where it is most popular
- IL (64.7 %)
- NY (24.2 %)
- NJ (9.1 %)
- CT (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 63 |
| 2000-2010 | 563 |
| 2010-2019 | 400 |
| 2020-2029 | 76 |
Famous people named Kacper
- Kacper Kozłowski: Footballer
- Kacper Żuk: Tennis Player
Fun facts
- Kacper is the Polish equivalent of Casper, Jasper, and Gaspar.
- In Polish tradition, initials for Kaspar, Melchior, and Balthazar are written on doors during Epiphany.