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John vs Jasper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

John Rank #21
Jasper Rank #133

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #133 for Jasper.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is John or Jasper more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Jasper at #133 in the United States.

What do John and Jasper mean?

John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Jasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are John and Jasper boy or girl names?

John is primarily a boy name. Jasper is primarily a boy name.

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