Amelia vs Spencer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amelia

Girl #3 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"work, industriousness"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3
Total SSA Count
12,740
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Amy, Millie, Mel

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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
Nicknames
Spence

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Spencer Rank #388

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #388 for Spencer.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Spencer ___

  • Spencer James
  • Spencer William
  • Spencer Thomas
  • Spencer Alexander
  • Spencer Cole
  • Spencer Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Spencer

Parker Quinn Blake Harper Avery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Spencer more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Spencer at #388 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Spencer mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Amelia and Spencer boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Spencer is primarily a boy name.

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