Casper vs Melvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Casper

Boy #881 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"treasurer, keeper of treasure"

Origin: Persian

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Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Casper Rank #881

Melvin Rank #876

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 vs #881 for Casper.

Is Casper or Melvin more popular?

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 compared to Casper at #881 in the United States.

What do Casper and Melvin mean?

Casper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin). Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Casper and Melvin boy or girl names?

Casper is primarily a boy name. Melvin is primarily a boy name.