Jazper

“treasurer”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4797US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

240All-time births

📅 Since 199100

What does Jazper mean and where does it come from?

Jazper is an alternative spelling of the more traditional name Jasper, which has Persian origins meaning 'treasurer'. Associates the name with the biblical Three Wise Men or Magi, which gives it a historical significance. The name has seen varying degrees of popularity in different cultures, notably

Cultural significance

Jazper has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of treasurer.

Peak popularity

Reached #4841 in 2017 — currently #4797 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jazper?

Jazper works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jazper Grace

How popular is Jazper right now?

Rising fast — up 124 spots — currently #4797 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#4797 · Top 3.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4797	21	▲ up 124 · +5% births
2022	#4921	20	▲ up 1951 · +67% births
2021	#6872	12	▼ down 1073 · -20% births
2020	#5799	15	▲ up 378 · +7% births
2015	#6177	14	▲ up 729 · +17% births
2010	#6906	12	▲ up 3897 · +100% births
2005	#10803	6	▼ down 2040 · -14% births
2000	#8763	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jazper

Best Year2023Rank #4797

Peak Count21

Average Rank#6880

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Jazper

Jazper is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 240 total births recorded, Jazper remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8763 in 2000 to #4797 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jazper in 2017:

Liam Noah William James Logan

Jazper by decade

Jazper peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	13
2000s	54
2010s ★	158
2020s	15

💎Jazper has only 240 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jazper?

Common

JazJaAzper

What names sound and feel like Jazper?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jazper also consider these

American · Derived from the

English · A meaningful name

Jader

English · jade

Jaxier

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Jazper

What does the name Jazper mean?

Jazper means "treasurer" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jazper?

Jazper is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Jazper have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Jazper?

Jazper originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Jazper trending right now?

Jazper is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Jazper a common or rare name?

Jazper is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.