Spencer vs Sullivan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Spencer

Boy #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dispenser of provisions, household steward"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #340 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"descendant of the dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Spencer Rank #388

Sullivan Rank #340

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 vs #388 for Spencer.

Is Spencer or Sullivan more popular?

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 compared to Spencer at #388 in the United States.

What do Spencer and Sullivan mean?

Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Spencer and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Spencer is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.