Kenneth vs Spencer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenneth

Boy #284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome; fair one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach)

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #284
Total SSA Count: 1,186
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

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Gavin Harrison Sutton Julius

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Spencer

Boy #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dispenser of provisions, household steward"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #388
Total SSA Count: 840
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Brody Major Alijah Reece

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Popularity Comparison

Kenneth Rank #284

Spencer Rank #388

Kenneth is more popular, ranked #284 vs #388 for Spencer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenneth or Spencer more popular?

Kenneth is more popular, ranked #284 compared to Spencer at #388 in the United States.

What do Kenneth and Spencer mean?

Kenneth means "handsome; fair one" (Scottish Gaelic (Coinneach) origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Kenneth and Spencer boy or girl names?

Kenneth is primarily a boy name. Spencer is primarily a boy name.

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