Gaspar vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gaspar

Boy #2,660 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"treasurer, keeper of treasure"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese French Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,660
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gus

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5
Total SSA Count
11,793
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jim, Jimmy, Jamie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gaspar Rank #2,660
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2660 for Gaspar.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gaspar ___

  • Gaspar Luis
  • Gaspar Alexandro
  • Gaspar Felipe
  • Gaspar Mateo
  • Gaspar Rafael
  • Gaspar Hugo

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gaspar

Melchior Balthazar Cassia Fabian Rocío

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gaspar or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Gaspar at #2660 in the United States.

What do Gaspar and James mean?

Gaspar means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gaspar and James boy or girl names?

Gaspar is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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