Prosper is a given name of Latin origin, derived from the adjective 'prosperus', meaning 'flourishing' or 'thriving'. It has been used as a personal name since the Middle Ages, often bestowed upon children in hopes that they would grow up to lead fortunate and successful lives. The name Prosper is also associated with the Catholic Saint Prosper of Aquitaine, a poet and theologian who lived in the 5th century. In some languages, such as French and Italian, Prosper is used as both a masculine and feminine given name. However, it is more commonly encountered as a male name in English-speaking countries.
The name Prosper has seen a steady increase and decrease in popularity over the past seven years, with a total of 56 babies named Prosper born between 2017 and 2023.