Kaspar
Meaning of Kaspar
The name Kaspar is a male given name of Persian origin, meaning "treasurer" or "keeper of the treasure." It is most famously associated with one of the Three Wise Men, also known as the Magi, who visited the infant Jesus according to Christian tradition. The pronunciation in both German and English is KAHS-pahr (/'kaːs.paːr/ or /'kæs.pɑr/), making it easily recognizable across various cultures. A notable variation of this name is Casper. In recent years, Kaspar has seen modest use in the United States, with its popularity fluctuating but generally remaining low. For instance, in 2023 there were 8 newborns named Kaspar, ranking at 8893. Despite its rare usage, Kaspar carries a sense of historical and cultural richness that appeals to parents seeking a unique yet meaningful name for their child.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as KAHS-pahr (/'kaːs.paːr/)
English
- Pronunced as KAHS-pahr (/'kæs.pɑr/)
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Notable People Named Kaspar
| Kaspar Hauser was a German youth who claimed to have grown up in isolation, sparking much debate and controversy about his origins and mysterious death. |
| Kaspar Anton Karl van Beethoven was the brother of the renowned composer Ludwig van Beethoven. |
| Kaspar Stanggassinger was a German Roman Catholic priest and member of the Redemptorists known for his dedication to teaching and overseeing seminarians. |
| Kaspar Villiger is a prominent Swiss businessman and politician who served as a member of the Federal Council and two terms as President of the Swiss Confederation. |
| Kaspar Ernst August Heisenberg - August Heisenberg, a German Byzantinist, is best known as the father of physicist Werner Heisenberg. |
| Kaspar Kornelius Mortaigne de Potelles was a Flemish General-Lieutenant known for his involvement in the Thirty Years' and Hessian Wars. |
| Kaspar Hebblewhite is a former Australian lightweight rower who won a bronze medal at the 2004 World Rowing Championships. |
| Kaspar Rostrup was a Danish lawyer, joiner, and local politician known for his ownership of a coffin manufacturing company and his involvement in various political and professional organizations. |
| Kaspar von Zumbusch - Kaspar Zumbusch was a renowned German sculptor known for his neo-Baroque monuments in Vienna. |
| Kaspar Faber was a German entrepreneur and the founder of the stationery company Faber-Castell. |
| Kaspar Capparoni - Gaspare "Kaspar" Capparoni is a well-known Italian actor. |
| Kaspar Uttenhofer was a German astronomer. |
| Kaspar Zehnder is a Swiss conductor and flutist who studied classical languages and music at the University of the Arts Bern, with notable mentors in both fields. |
| Kaspar Rostrup is a Danish film director known for his award-winning films Jeppe på bjerget and Waltzing Regitze. |
| Kaspar Bausewein was a renowned German operatic bass known for his performances at the Bavarian State Opera, particularly for his portrayal of characters in Richard Wagner's operas. |
