Jasper vs Xander

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

Jasper Rank #133
Xander Rank #216

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 vs #216 for Xander.

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

Xander ___

  • Xander James
  • Xander Cole
  • Xander Reid
  • Xander Blake
  • Xander Grey
  • Xander Miles

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jasper

Atticus Hugo Cecily Beatrice Cassius

If you choose Xander

Zoe Luna Felix Axel Cleo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jasper or Xander more popular?

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 compared to Xander at #216 in the United States.

What do Jasper and Xander mean?

Jasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin). Xander means "defender of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Jasper and Xander boy or girl names?

Jasper is primarily a boy name. Xander is primarily a boy name.

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