Olivia vs Spencer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Olivia

Girl #1 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
14,718
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Liv, Livvy, Oli

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Spencer Rank #388

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #388 for Spencer.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

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 Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Spencer

Parker Quinn Blake Harper Avery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Spencer more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Spencer at #388 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Spencer mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Olivia and Spencer boy or girl names?

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

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