Jasper
Meaning: Treasurer or bringer of treasure
Origin: Persian/Greek
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #174
Total births: 2,288
History: Jasper surged in the 2010s as a nature-inspired name in Australia. Jasper is a gemstone found in Australian geology. The name carries both earthy natural beauty and contemporary cool.
Explore more at Australian Baby Names on BabyNa.me
Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #56 |
| Babies named Jasper in 2025 | 135 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,288 |
| Peak year | 2019 (170 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #46 |
| Years in records | 2009–2025 (17 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 1 spot |
Frequently asked about Jasper
What does the name Jasper mean?
Jasper means “Treasurer or bringer of treasure” from Persian/Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Jasper?
Jasper has Persian/Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Treasurer or bringer of treasure”.
How popular is Jasper in Australia?
Jasper ranked #56 in Australia in 2025 — given to 135 babies that year.
When was Jasper most popular?
Jasper peaked in 2019 with 170 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Jasper a boy or girl name?
Jasper is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Jaspers in registered births are male.
How long has Jasper been recorded in Australia?
Jasper appears in birth records in Australia across 17 years — from 2009 through 2025.