Spencer vs Forrest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Spencer

Boy #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dispenser of provisions, household steward"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #408 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller near the woods"

Origin: Old French

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Spencer Rank #388

Forrest Rank #408

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 vs #408 for Forrest.

Is Spencer or Forrest more popular?

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 compared to Forrest at #408 in the United States.

What do Spencer and Forrest mean?

Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin). Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin).

Are Spencer and Forrest boy or girl names?

Spencer is primarily a boy name. Forrest is primarily a boy name.