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Sutton vs Spencer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sutton

Boy #442 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"southern settlement, south farm"

Origin: Old English (suð + tun)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#442
Total SSA Count
712
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sutton Rank #442
Spencer Rank #388

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 vs #442 for Sutton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sutton or Spencer more popular?

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 compared to Sutton at #442 in the United States.

What do Sutton and Spencer mean?

Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Sutton and Spencer boy or girl names?

Sutton is primarily a boy name. Spencer is primarily a boy name.

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