Alan vs Jasper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jasper

Boy #133 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"treasurer, keeper of treasure"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

English Dutch German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#133
Total SSA Count
2,750
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jas, Jazz

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Alan Rank #167
Jasper Rank #133

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 vs #167 for Alan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alan ___

  • Alan James
  • Alan Robert
  • Alan Edward
  • Alan Thomas
  • Alan William
  • Alan Christopher

Jasper ___

  • Jasper Theodore
  • Jasper Elliot
  • Jasper Cole
  • Jasper Henry
  • Jasper Reid
  • Jasper Fox

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alan

Brian Kevin Margaret Patricia Mark

If you choose Jasper

Atticus Hugo Cecily Beatrice Cassius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alan or Jasper more popular?

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Alan and Jasper mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Jasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are Alan and Jasper boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Jasper is primarily a boy name.

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