Prosper
Prosper is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “To thrive, succeed, or be fortunate.” From the Latin 'prosperus,' meaning favorable or successful.
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how do you pronounce Prosper?
PROS-pur
where does the name Prosper come from?
Prosper comes from the Latin prosperus, fortunate or successful.
A virtue name borne by a 5th-century saint. It remains more common in Francophone Africa and France than in the English-speaking world.
how popular is this name?
Prosper has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 2 years since 1881, and fell outside it for 2. It peaked at #866 in 1881, and ranked #971 in 1884.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 1884 | #971 |
| 1881 | #866 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Prosper fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Prosper
Saint Prosper of Aquitaine was a 5th-century Christian writer.
who are famous people named Prosper?
- Prosper Mérimée
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what names go well with Prosper?
Sibling names that share Prosper's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Prosper
What does the name Prosper mean?
Prosper means “To thrive, succeed, or be fortunate”.
What is the origin of the name Prosper?
Prosper comes from the Latin naming tradition.
How popular is the name Prosper?
Prosper ranked #971 in the US in 1884, according to Social Security data.
Is Prosper a boy or girl name?
Prosper is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Prosper?
Prosper is pronounced PROS-pur, with 2 syllables.
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