Spencer vs Sutton

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

Spencer Rank #388
Sutton Rank #197

Sutton is more popular, ranked #197 vs #388 for Spencer.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Spencer ___

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

Sutton ___

  • Sutton Grace
  • Sutton Mae
  • Sutton Elizabeth
  • Sutton Claire
  • Sutton Rose
  • Sutton Leigh

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Spencer

Parker Quinn Blake Harper Avery

If you choose Sutton

Piper Reeve Emerson Wells Carter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spencer or Sutton more popular?

Sutton is more popular, ranked #197 compared to Spencer at #388 in the United States.

What do Spencer and Sutton mean?

Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin). Sutton means "south farm" (Old English origin).

Are Spencer and Sutton boy or girl names?

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

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