Name meaning & originKacper
/KATS-pehr/
Kacper is a Persian, Polish boy's name pronounced /KATS-pehr/. A beloved Polish variant of Casper, traditionally referring to a keeper of treasure.
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Meaning of Kacper
A beloved Polish variant of Casper, traditionally referring to a keeper of treasure.
Kacper is the Polish form of Casper, derived from the Persian word 'ganz-bar', meaning 'keeper of treasure' or 'treasurer'. In Christian tradition, it is associated with Caspar, one of the three Magi who visited the infant Jesus.
- Origin
- Persian, Polish
- Pronunciation
- /KATS-pehr/
Cultural background
The name is a perennial favorite in Poland, consistently ranking among the most popular names for boys since the late 1990s. It is also celebrated annually during Epiphany festivities.
Variations & nicknames
- Casper
- Kasper
- Jasper
- Gaspar
- Kacperek
- Kaspar
Famous people named Kacper
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Kacper Kozłowski
Professional footballer for the Poland national team and youngest player to appear in a UEFA European Championship.
Sport · 2019-present
Kacper Ruciński
Prominent Polish stand-up comedian and actor.
Entertainment · 2009-present
Kacper Piorun
Polish chess grandmaster and five-time World Chess Solving Champion.
Sport · 2000s-present
Kacper Sztuka
Polish racing driver and champion of the 2023 Italian F4 Championship.
Sport · 2020s-present
Kacper Przybylko
Professional soccer player known for his tenure in Major League Soccer (MLS).
Sport · 2010s-present
Frequently asked about Kacper
- What does Kacper mean?
- Kacper is a name of Persian origin meaning 'treasurer' or 'keeper of treasure'.
- How do you pronounce Kacper?
- It is pronounced 'KATS-pehr', where the 'c' sounds like 'ts'.
- Is Kacper a boy or girl name?
- Kacper is a masculine name, primarily used for boys in Poland and other Slavic regions.
- When is the name day for Kacper?
- In Poland, the most common name day for Kacper is January 6th, the feast of Epiphany.
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