Spencer vs Kenneth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Spencer Rank #388
Kenneth Rank #284

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spencer or Kenneth more popular?

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

What do Spencer and Kenneth mean?

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

Are Spencer and Kenneth boy or girl names?

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

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