Spencer vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Spencer

Boy #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dispenser of provisions, household steward"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Spencer Rank #388

Jay Rank #397

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 vs #397 for Jay.

Is Spencer or Jay more popular?

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 compared to Jay at #397 in the United States.

What do Spencer and Jay mean?

Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Spencer and Jay boy or girl names?

Spencer is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.