Palmer vs Spencer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Girl #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm-bearer"

Origin: Middle English

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Boy #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dispenser of provisions, household steward"

Origin: Old French

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Palmer Rank #258

Spencer Rank #388

Palmer is more popular, ranked #258 vs #388 for Spencer.

Is Palmer or Spencer more popular?

Palmer is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Spencer at #388 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Spencer mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm-bearer" (Middle English origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Palmer and Spencer boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a girl name. Spencer is primarily a boy name.