Jeffrey vs Spencer

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
Nicknames
Spence

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Popularity Comparison

Jeffrey Rank #521
Spencer Rank #388

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 vs #521 for Jeffrey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jeffrey ___

  • Jeffrey James
  • Jeffrey Michael
  • Jeffrey Robert
  • Jeffrey Alan
  • Jeffrey Scott
  • Jeffrey Thomas

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 Jeffrey

Brian Kevin Craig Karen Lisa

If you choose Spencer

Parker Quinn Blake Harper Avery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeffrey or Spencer more popular?

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 compared to Jeffrey at #521 in the United States.

What do Jeffrey and Spencer mean?

Jeffrey means "pledge of peace" (Germanic origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Jeffrey and Spencer boy or girl names?

Jeffrey is primarily a boy name. Spencer is primarily a boy name.

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