Spencer is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #3259 in 2008 with 52 recorded births. This places Spencer in the top 16% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 267 births ranking #981. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 54.4%. In 2008, approximately 1 in every 36,360 girls born was named Spencer. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Spencer is a polished English surname-style classic meaning steward. It sounds capable and refined without feeling stiff.
The name moved from occupational surname into long-standing first-name use and has remained familiar for generations. Its tailored sound helped it transition especially well.