Jasper
A Persian-derived Name Through Greek and Latin Forms name with Australian ranking history from 2009 to 2025.
Popularity of Jasper in Australia
2024 #46→2025 #87Down 41 places
Jasper ranks 87th for boys in the latest available Australian data (2025). Its best recorded rank is 46th in 2024. Since first appearing at 62nd in 2009, it has moved down 25 places overall. In the latest year-to-year comparison it fell 41 places.
View yearly ranks
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #87 |
| 2024 | #46 |
| 2023 | #47 |
| 2022 | #82 |
| 2021 | #67 |
| 2020 | #68 |
| 2019 | #68 |
| 2018 | #68 |
| 2017 | #57 |
| 2016 | #64 |
| 2015 | #83 |
| 2014 | #69 |
| 2013 | #57 |
| 2012 | #90 |
| 2011 | #88 |
| 2010 | #78 |
| 2009 | #62 |
Meaning
The name Jasper is commonly linked to treasurer.
In a nutshellJasper means “treasurer”.
Origin
Jasper is usually described as a Persian-derived name through Greek and Latin forms.
Origin in briefPersian-derived Name Through Greek and Latin Forms
Quick answers
Questions about Jasper
Is Jasper a popular name in Australia?
Jasper ranked #87 for baby boys in Australia in 2025.
Is Jasper becoming more popular?
In the latest comparison, Jasper moved from #46 in 2024 to #87 in 2025, a fall of 41 places. Over the full visible history it moved from #62 in 2009 to #87 in 2025.
Is Jasper a girl or boy name?
On Baby Names Australia, Jasper appears as a baby boy name.
What does Jasper mean?
Jasper is most commonly linked to treasurer.
What is the origin of Jasper?
Jasper is usually described as a Persian-derived name through Greek and Latin forms.
Is Jasper short for anything?
Jasper is usually used as its own name. Nickname options include Jas or Jazz.
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About the data
Popularity figures use the Australian ranking datasets used by Baby Names Australia, with source-priority rules applied where public sources overlap.
Latest data year
2025
Last updated
2026-08-20