"of the Caspian Sea"
Origin: Latin/Geographic
Language: English
Caspian
Pronunciation: [ k-ASP-ee-uhn ]
Boy Name
#579 Most Popular
Rising
3 Syllables
A Narnian prince's name with explorer's spirit
English
Literary
Literary
Unique
Bold
Whimsical
Sophisticated
Meaning & Origin
"white/pale (from Cas people)"
Origin: Ancient Near Eastern
Language: Latin
The Story of Caspian
Caspian comes from the Caspian Sea, the world's largest inland body of water, bordered by Russia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Iran, and Turkmenistan. The sea takes its name from the ancient Cas people (also called Kassites or Caspii) who lived on its shores. C.S. Lewis brought the name into literary fame through Prince Caspian (1951), the second book in The Chronicles of Narnia, where it belongs to the rightful heir to the throne of Narnia.
Caspian has risen dramatically as a baby name in the 2010s and 2020s, fueled by the enduring popularity of the Narnia series and a generation of parents who grew up with Prince Caspian as a heroic, romantic figure. It fits perfectly into the trend for literary-adventurous names like Atticus, Dorian, and Lysander.
The Caspian Sea sits at the crossroads of East and West, a body of water with thousands of years of trade and cultural exchange. As a given name, Caspian evokes exploration and heroism through its Narnian associations. It's one of a handful of place names that have been fully adopted as personal names in English-speaking cultures.
Fun Facts
- Prince Caspian in C.S. Lewis's Narnia series is the rightful heir to Narnia who reclaims his throne with help from the Pevensie children
- The Caspian Sea contains about 78 times the volume of all the Great Lakes combined
- The name entered UK birth records in notable numbers after the 2008 film adaptation of Prince Caspian
Caspian in Other Languages
Latin
Caspius
Persian
کاسپین
Russian
Каспий
Azerbaijani
Xəzər
Famous People Named Caspian
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Caspian (band)
Musician
American post-rock band from Beverly, Massachusetts, known for instrumental atmospheric music
P
Prince Caspian Fictional
Other
Protagonist of C.S. Lewis's 'Prince Caspian' (1951), the rightful heir to Narnia's throne
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #579
- Total SSA Count
- 492
- Cultural Origins
- English Literary
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Cas
Caz
Pairs Well With
Caspian James
Caspian River
Caspian Grey
Caspian Wolf
Caspian Sebastian
Caspian Lake
Caspian Edmund
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Caspian is also used as a girl name, ranked #39592.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Caspian
What does the name Caspian mean?
"of the Caspian Sea" (from Latin/Geographic). "white/pale (from Cas people)" (from Ancient Near Eastern). Caspian comes from the Caspian Sea, the world's largest inland body of water, bordered by Russia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Iran, and Turkmenistan. The sea takes its name from the ancient Cas people (also called Kassites or Caspii) who lived on its shores. C.S. Lewis brought the name into literary fame through Prince Caspian (1951), the second book in The Chronicles of Narnia, where it belongs to the rightful heir to the throne of Narnia.
What is the origin of the name Caspian?
Caspian has Latin/Geographic, Ancient Near Eastern, English, and Literary origins. In Latin/Geographic, it means "of the Caspian Sea". In Ancient Near Eastern, it means "white/pale (from Cas people)".
Is Caspian a boy or girl name?
Caspian is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #579. As a girl name, it is ranked #39592. Caspian is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Caspian?
Caspian is pronounced k-ASP-ee-uhn.
How popular is the name Caspian?
Caspian is currently ranked #579 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Caspian?
Common nicknames for Caspian include Cas and Caz.
What are good middle names for Caspian?
Popular middle name pairings include Caspian James, Caspian River, Caspian Grey, Caspian Wolf, Caspian Sebastian, Caspian Lake, and Caspian Edmund.
What are good sibling names for Caspian?
Names that pair well with Caspian as siblings include Edmund, Lucy, Atticus, Lysander, Cordelia, Theron, and Orion.
How many syllables does Caspian have?
Caspian has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Caspian a common or rare name?
Caspian is moderately common, ranked #579 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Caspian
Caspian is a boy name with English and Literary origins . The name means "of the Caspian Sea" in Latin/Geographic .
Is Caspian a boy or girl name? Caspian is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #579 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #39,592. Caspian is more commonly used as a boy name.
Caspian is currently ranked #579 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Caspian has 3 syllables and is pronounced k-ASP-ee-uhn, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Caspian include Cas and Caz. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caspian include Casper . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.