Casimir

Casimir: name meaning, origin and popularity

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkæzɪmɪɚ/

Meaning and origin of Casimir

  • A male given name from Polish.

Etymology

From a Polish royal name and saint's name Kazimierz, of Slavic origin, meaning "proclamation of peace".

How popular is Casimir?

73U.S. babies in 2025
#393peak rank (1917)
5,248babies since 1880

Since 1880, 5,248 boys in the U.S. have been named Casimir. Its highest rank for boys was #393 in 1917. In 2025, 73 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

18801920196020002025220 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Casimir FAQ

What does the name Casimir mean?

A male given name from Polish. From a Polish royal name and saint's name Kazimierz, of Slavic origin, meaning "proclamation of peace".

What is the origin of the name Casimir?

Casimir is listed as a name of Polish origin.

How popular is the name Casimir?

Since 1880, 5,248 boys in the U.S. have been named Casimir. Its highest rank for boys was #393 in 1917. In 2025, 73 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Casimir a boy or girl name?

Casimir is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 5,248 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.