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Casper vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harold

Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#991
Total SSA Count
227
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Casper Rank #881
Harold Rank #991

Casper is more popular, ranked #881 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Casper or Harold more popular?

Casper is more popular, ranked #881 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Casper and Harold mean?

Casper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Casper and Harold boy or girl names?

Casper is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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