US Popularity Rank: 2074

Origin: Persian

Meaning: Treasure-bearer; Treasurer

Casper—a friendly ghost from the 90s and, now, your newest bundle of joy. This Persian name means "treasure bearer," so it's ideal for one of the most important things in your life. This sweet yet ghostly name can be traced back to the Old Testament of the Christian Bible and exists in various languages and cultures. Casper comes from Gaspar, which comes from the ancient Chaldean word for "treasurer," gizbar. If you love the subtly spooky vibes of this name but want a different spelling, it can also be spelled as Caspar and Kaspar.