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Spencer vs Mark

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Mark

Boy #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Scandinavian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#246
Total SSA Count
1,437
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Spencer Rank #388
Mark Rank #246

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #388 for Spencer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spencer or Mark more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Spencer at #388 in the United States.

What do Spencer and Mark mean?

Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Spencer and Mark boy or girl names?

Spencer is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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