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Casper vs Marcellus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Casper

Boy #881 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"treasurer, keeper of treasure"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Dutch Scandinavian German English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#881
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Casper Rank #881
Marcellus Rank #951

Casper is more popular, ranked #881 vs #951 for Marcellus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Casper or Marcellus more popular?

Casper is more popular, ranked #881 compared to Marcellus at #951 in the United States.

What do Casper and Marcellus mean?

Casper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin). Marcellus means "little warrior, young Mars" (Latin origin).

Are Casper and Marcellus boy or girl names?

Casper is primarily a boy name. Marcellus is primarily a boy name.

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