Porter vs Spencer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Porter

Boy #616 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gatekeeper, doorman"

Origin: Old French

English American

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Boy #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dispenser of provisions, household steward"

Origin: Old French

English American Canadian

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Porter Rank #616

Spencer Rank #388

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 vs #616 for Porter.

Is Porter or Spencer more popular?

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 compared to Porter at #616 in the United States.

What do Porter and Spencer mean?

Porter means "gatekeeper, doorman" (Old French origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Porter and Spencer boy or girl names?

Porter is primarily a boy name. Spencer is primarily a boy name.