Jasper is a North German and English surname; as a German surname it's a variant of the given name Kaspar, itself the German form of Jasper which seems to be derived from a Persian origin meaning “treasurer” or “treasure-bearer”. It was the name given to the Three Magi who visited the newborn Jesus Christ. As an English surname, it originates… Continue reading Jasper
Potter comes from an English occupational name for a potter, someone who made pots and other types of ceramic wares. It comes from Old English pottere via Old French potier (potter) which comes from Vulgar Latin *pottus, pottum which ultimately derives from a PIE root word. Potter has also been used as a given name. Usage: English, Dutch,… Continue reading Potter
A History of Surnames 