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Roderick vs Kasper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roderick

Boy #1,904 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"famous ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Welsh German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,904
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Roderick Rank #1,904
Kasper Rank #1,761

Kasper is more popular, ranked #1761 vs #1904 for Roderick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Kasper more popular?

Kasper is more popular, ranked #1761 compared to Roderick at #1904 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Kasper mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Kasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are Roderick and Kasper boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Kasper is primarily a boy name.

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