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Christian Name · Persian Origin
Caspar Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Caspar
boy
Caspar means "Treasure bearer", a boy's name of Persian origin. The name Caspar does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Represents devoted worship and the willingness to journey far to find Christ.
Is Caspar in the Bible?
No — the name Caspar does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Treasure bearer", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Caspar.
Pronunciation:/KAS-par/
OriginPersian
MeaningTreasure bearer
What does Caspar mean?
Caspar is a boy name of Persian origin meaning "Treasure bearer". Traditional name of one of the Magi who traveled from the East to worship the newborn King.
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What does Caspar mean in the Bible?
Caspar means "Treasure bearer" and is a name of Persian origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Traditional name of one of the Magi who traveled from the East to worship the newborn King.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Caspar?
Caspar is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Treasure bearer" — not because Scripture names anyone Caspar.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Caspar?
Caspar has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Which books of the Bible mention Caspar?
Caspar is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Caspar?
Represents devoted worship and the willingness to journey far to find Christ.
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Shushan (Susa) in the Bible
The Persian capital where Esther became queen and Nehemiah served as cupbearer.
Word Meaning
Treasure (θησαυρός (thēsauros))
A stored-up wealth — what the heart values most and pursues above all else.
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Names that pair well with Caspar
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Caspar name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Caspar does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Treasure bearer", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Caspar.
Caspar means "Treasure bearer." It is a Persian name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Treasure bearer" — runs right through the Bible.
Persian. Caspar comes into English from Persian and carries the sense "Treasure bearer." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Caspar
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Caspar?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Caspar?
You can read every verse where Caspar appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.