Kacper Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kacper is a name of Persian origin meaning 'treasurer'. It evolved through various forms, including Gathaspar and Caspar, reaching its modern Polish form. The name is connected to the biblical Magi, giving it a rich historical context. Today, Kacper is popular in Poland and is associated with positive traits such as wisdom and generosity.
The name Kacper is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Kacper 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, 'Kacper' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10292nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2380th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4214th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kacper' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kacper"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæspər/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
Kacper is derived from the Persian name 'Gathaspar', which means 'treasurer'. The name has been associated with one of the Three Wise Men in Christian tradition.
Meaning
treasurer
Language Evolution
Gathaspar (Persian), Caspar (Latin), Kasper (German), Kacper (Polish)
Biblical Background
The name is traditionally linked to one of the Magi who visited Jesus, though there is no direct biblical mention of the name Kacper.
Historical Usage
The name Kacper gained popularity in Poland and other Slavic countries, especially during the Middle Ages, due to its association with the Christian tradition of the Magi.
Variants & Derivatives
Casper, Gaspar, Kasper
Modern Popularity & Image
Kacper is a well-known name in Poland and has maintained a positive image associated with wisdom and generosity.
Famous People
Kacper Błoński, Polish artist, Kacper Przybyłko, Polish footballer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kacper"
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 "Kacper"
"Kacper" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10292nd of 16616 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2380th of 24088 | 768 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4214th of 23106 | 293 |
Regional Popularity of "Kacper" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
21.45% 983rd/4582 |
23.95% 1237th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.65% 1500th/3984 |
43.24% 1940th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Kacper" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kacper"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kacper" 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.