Linus vs Kasper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,423
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kasper

Boy #1,761 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"treasurer, keeper of treasure"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Dutch Polish German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,761
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Linus Rank #1,423
Kasper Rank #1,761

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 vs #1761 for Kasper.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linus or Kasper more popular?

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 compared to Kasper at #1761 in the United States.

What do Linus and Kasper mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Kasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are Linus and Kasper boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Kasper is primarily a boy name.

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