Troy vs Spencer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Troy

Boy #531 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the city of Troy"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#531
Total SSA Count
560
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Spencer Rank #388

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Spencer more popular?

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Troy and Spencer mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Troy and Spencer boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Spencer is primarily a boy name.

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