Jesper
Meaning of Jesper
Jesper is a distinctive male name of Danish origin, pronounced as YES-per (/ˈjɛspər/). It carries a unique charm and is associated with variations such as Jespero and Jesperus. The name has slowly been gaining traction in the United States, although it remains relatively rare. In recent years, its popularity has seen a modest increase, with 26 newborns named Jesper in 2023, ranking it at 4090. Its usage over the past few decades reflects its niche appeal, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that stands out while maintaining a classic European flair. Jesper's rarity ensures that it remains special and memorable.
Pronunciation
Danish
- Pronunced as YES-per (/ˈjɛspər/)
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Notable People Named Jesper
| Jesper Fast is a Swedish professional ice hockey right winger who currently plays for the Carolina Hurricanes in the NHL, after being drafted by the New York Rangers in 2010. |
| Jesper Bo Parnevik is a Swedish professional golfer who achieved 38 weeks in the top 10 of the Official World Golf Ranking in 2000 and 2001. |
| Jesper Svensson is a Swedish professional bowler known for his two-handed shovel style delivery and numerous PBA and EBT titles. |
| Jesper Hoffmeyer was a prominent figure in biosemiotics and a professor at the University of Copenhagen Institute of Biology. |
| Jesper Kyd Jakobson is a Danish composer and sound designer known for his work on video games like Hitman, Assassin's Creed, Borderlands, and Darksiders II, incorporating orchestra, choir, acoustic manipulations, and electronic soundscapes into his scores. |
| Jesper Bratt is a Swedish professional ice hockey winger for the New Jersey Devils of the National Hockey League (NHL) and has represented the Swedish national team in international competitions. |
| Jesper Skibby is a retired professional road racing cyclist known for winning stages at major tours and for his popularity in Denmark due to his talent, wit, and banter. |
| Jesper Juul is a Danish game designer, educator, and theorist in the field of video game studies, and an associate professor at the Danish Design School. |
| Jesper Lange is a Danish former professional football forward. |
| Jesper Nordin is a Swedish composer known for blending traditional Swedish folk music, rock, electroacoustics, and improvisation in his compositions, with notable achievements and recognition in international music competitions and festivals. |
| Jesper Westerlin Nielsen is a Danish film director recognized for his work on Okay (2003), The Day Will Come (2016), and various TV series. |
| Jesper Frödén is a Swedish professional ice hockey right winger currently playing for the ZSC Lions in the National League (NL). |
| Jesper Lind Faurschou is a Danish athlete associated with Herning Running Club and currently residing in Århus. |
| Jesper Nyholm - Jesper Gunnar Fernando Nyholm is a professional footballer from Sweden who plays as a center back for the Philippines national team and Perak F.C. in the Malaysia Super League. |
| Jesper Klein was a prolific Danish actor known for his roles in over 80 films and television shows, including the award-winning performance in Nils Malmros' Beauty and the Beast. |
