Jasper vs Max

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

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Max

Boy #175 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"greatest"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#175
Total SSA Count
2,120
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jasper Rank #133
Max Rank #175

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 vs #175 for Max.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jasper ___

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

Max ___

  • Max Alexander
  • Max William
  • Max Theodore
  • Max Benjamin
  • Max Elliott
  • Max Harrison

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jasper

Atticus Hugo Cecily Beatrice Cassius

If you choose Max

Leo Mia Luna Oscar Elsa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jasper or Max more popular?

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 compared to Max at #175 in the United States.

What do Jasper and Max mean?

Jasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin). Max means "greatest" (Latin origin).

Are Jasper and Max boy or girl names?

Jasper is primarily a boy name. Max is primarily a boy name.

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