gender neutral
Spencer
dispenser of provisions
About Spencer
Polished and refined, Spencer carries associations with sophistication and intelligence that make it perpetually appealing. This name has enjoyed consistent favor among parents who appreciate its elegant sound and substantial feel. Spencer works beautifully in formal contexts while remaining friendly and approachable in casual settings—a versatility many parents find valuable. The name suggests someone thoughtful and capable, with the kind of presence that inspires confidence. Its literary and cultural connections add depth without being overwhelming. Spencer pairs exceptionally well with a variety of middle names and surnames, demonstrating remarkable flexibility. Whether shortened to "Spence" or used in full, the name maintains its distinguished character throughout childhood and adulthood.
Popularity of the Name Spencer
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #282 | ||||
| 1881 | #323 | ||||
| 1882 | #306 | ||||
| 1883 | #316 | ||||
| 1884 | #313 | ||||
| 1885 | #376 | ||||
| 1886 | #318 | ||||
| 1887 | #249 | ||||
| 1888 | #288 | ||||
| 1889 | #336 | ||||
| 1890 | #321 | ||||
| 1891 | #289 | ||||
| 1892 | #328 | ||||
| 1893 | #399 | ||||
| 1894 | #357 | ||||
| 1895 | #307 | ||||
| 1896 | #366 | ||||
| 1897 | #402 | ||||
| 1898 | #297 | ||||
| 1899 | #280 | ||||
| 1900 | #324 | ||||
| 1901 | #333 | ||||
| 1902 | #352 | ||||
| 1903 | #368 | ||||
| 1904 | #293 | ||||
| 1905 | #328 | ||||
| 1906 | #409 | ||||
| 1907 | #339 | ||||
| 1908 | #277 | ||||
| 1909 | #333 | ||||
| 1910 | #344 | ||||
| 1911 | #327 | ||||
| 1912 | #378 | ||||
| 1913 | #379 | ||||
| 1914 | #433 | ||||
| 1915 | #440 | ||||
| 1916 | #434 | ||||
| 1917 | #397 | ||||
| 1918 | #408 | ||||
| 1919 | #473 | ||||
| 1920 | #393 | ||||
| 1921 | #440 | ||||
| 1922 | #430 | ||||
| 1923 | #431 | ||||
| 1924 | #446 | ||||
| 1925 | #454 | ||||
| 1926 | #454 | ||||
| 1927 | #457 | ||||
| 1928 | #472 | ||||
| 1929 | #469 | ||||
| 1930 | #483 | ||||
| 1931 | #483 | ||||
| 1932 | #469 | ||||
| 1933 | #446 | ||||
| 1934 | #412 | ||||
| 1935 | #447 | ||||
| 1936 | #394 | ||||
| 1937 | #423 | ||||
| 1938 | #397 | ||||
| 1939 | #346 | ||||
| 1940 | #351 | ||||
| 1941 | #338 | #178 | |||
| 1942 | #344 | ||||
| 1943 | #327 | ||||
| 1944 | #356 | ||||
| 1945 | #365 | #155 | |||
| 1946 | #374 | ||||
| 1947 | #373 | ||||
| 1948 | #386 | ||||
| 1949 | #376 | #195 | |||
| 1950 | #377 | ||||
| 1951 | #343 | ||||
| 1952 | #367 | ||||
| 1953 | #405 | ||||
| 1954 | #422 | ||||
| 1955 | #405 | ||||
| 1956 | #431 | ||||
| 1957 | #464 | #216 | |||
| 1958 | #467 | ||||
| 1959 | #448 | ||||
| 1960 | #422 | ||||
| 1961 | #399 | ||||
| 1962 | #412 | ||||
| 1963 | #397 | ||||
| 1964 | #385 | ||||
| 1965 | #358 | ||||
| 1966 | #393 | ||||
| 1967 | #391 | ||||
| 1968 | #328 | #276 | |||
| 1969 | #280 | ||||
| 1970 | #291 | #338 | |||
| 1971 | #309 | #269 | |||
| 1972 | #299 | ||||
| 1973 | #300 | ||||
| 1974 | #321 | #285 | |||
| 1975 | #276 | ||||
| 1976 | #256 | #238 | |||
| 1977 | #269 | ||||
| 1978 | #269 | ||||
| 1979 | #251 | ||||
| 1980 | #287 | ||||
| 1981 | #260 | ||||
| 1982 | #248 | ||||
| 1983 | #238 | ||||
| 1984 | #238 | ||||
| 1985 | #216 | ||||
| 1986 | #164 | ||||
| 1987 | #124 | ||||
| 1988 | #114 | ||||
| 1989 | #107 | ||||
| 1990 | #105 | ||||
| 1991 | #105 | #356 | #83 | ||
| 1992 | #99 | #366 | #81 | ||
| 1993 | #96 | #82 | |||
| 1994 | #98 | #84 | |||
| 1995 | #104 | #77 | |||
| 1996 | #109 | #73 | |||
| 1997 | #104 | #223 | #309 | #68 | |
| 1998 | #84 | #183 | #273 | #60 | |
| 1999 | #92 | #201 | #258 | #70 | |
| 2000 | #98 | #234 | #255 | #68 | |
| 2001 | #103 | #243 | #342 | #73 | |
| 2002 | #110 | #169 | #336 | #76 | |
| 2003 | #139 | #98 | #200 | #418 | #93 |
| 2004 | #151 | #143 | #200 | #431 | #97 |
| 2005 | #177 | #194 | #262 | #644 | #105 |
| 2006 | #184 | #196 | #252 | #106 | |
| 2007 | #173 | #186 | #201 | #107 | |
| 2008 | #191 | #195 | #210 | #139 | |
| 2009 | #217 | #189 | #189 | #684 | #155 |
| 2010 | #227 | #186 | #292 | #859 | #153 |
| 2011 | #226 | #192 | #164 | #714 | #146 |
| 2012 | #234 | #157 | #164 | #704 | #145 |
| 2013 | #248 | #177 | #136 | #527 | #137 |
| 2014 | #248 | #187 | #130 | #465 | #134 |
| 2015 | #252 | #167 | #115 | #343 | #156 |
| 2016 | #267 | #158 | #134 | #407 | #159 |
| 2017 | #292 | #175 | #100 | #334 | #195 |
| 2018 | #307 | #172 | #111 | #206 | |
| 2019 | #321 | #164 | #118 | #383 | #220 |
| 2020 | #317 | #179 | #95 | #283 | #240 |
| 2021 | #315 | #196 | #83 | #374 | #268 |
| 2022 | #338 | #211 | #78 | #725 | #234 |
| 2023 | #362 | #205 | #72 | #292 | #256 |
| 2024 | #384 | #203 | #82 | #544 | #309 |
| 2025 | #360 | #178 | #87 | #448 | #254 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Spencer
- Spenser
- Spensor
- Spensir
Names Similar to Spencer
Nicknames for Spencer
- Spence
- Spen
- Spenny
- Spens
Famous People Named Spencer
| Spencer Tracy | American actor |
| Spencer Tunick | American photographer |
| Spencer Boldman | American actor |
| Spencer Davis | British musician |
| Spencer List | American actor |
| Spencer Grammer | American actress |
| Spencer Locke | American actress |
| Spencer Matthews | British reality TV personality |
| Spencer Pratt | American reality TV personality |
| Spencer Cox | American politician |
| Spencer Hawes | American basketball player |
| Spencer Paysinger | American football player |
| Spencer Ware | American football player |
| Spencer Dinwiddie | American basketball player |
Characters Named Spencer
| Spencer Shay | Character from "iCarly" |
| Spencer Hastings | Character from "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Spencer Strasmore | Character from "Ballers" |
| Spencer Wilson | Character from "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" |
| Spencer Churchill | Character from "Gossip Girl" |