Casimer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Casimer is a Slavic name meaning 'bringer of peace', with roots in the elements 'kazi' and 'mir'. It evolved through various forms such as Casimir and Kazimierz. The name is historically associated with royalty and has biblical relevance. Today, it is perceived as traditional and noble, with notable figures like Casimir Pulaski contributing to its recognition.
The name Casimer is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Casimer has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Casimer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 683rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1731st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3083rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7089th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Casimer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Casimer"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæzɪmər/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Casimer is derived from the Slavic elements 'kazi', meaning 'to destroy', and 'mir', meaning 'peace' or 'world'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'destroyer of peace' or 'bringer of peace'.
Meaning
bringer of peace
Language Evolution
Casimir, Kazimierz, Kazimir
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Eastern Europe, particularly in Poland, during the Middle Ages, where it was borne by several kings and saints.
Variants & Derivatives
Casimir, Kazimierz, Kacper
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Casimer is seen as a traditional name with a strong historical background, often associated with nobility and peace.
Famous People
Casimir Pulaski, Saint Casimir of Poland
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Casimer"
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 of "Casimer"
"Casimer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 683rd of 7545 | 1,378 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1731st of 6773 | 315 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3083rd of 7552 | 138 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7089th of 10718 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Casimer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
26.34% 373rd/1416 |
27.27% 376th/1379 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
46.70% 722nd/1546 |
51.61% 803rd/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
61.56% 1371st/2227 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Casimer" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Casimer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Casimer" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.