Spencer vs Travis

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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Travis

Boy #362 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crossing, toll bridge operator"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#362
Total SSA Count
914
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Trav

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Popularity Comparison

Spencer Rank #388
Travis Rank #362

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 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

Travis ___

  • Travis James
  • Travis Lee
  • Travis Michael
  • Travis Scott
  • Travis Wayne
  • Travis Allen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Spencer

Parker Quinn Blake Harper Avery

If you choose Travis

Cody Mason Brooke Hayley Dylan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spencer or Travis more popular?

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 compared to Spencer at #388 in the United States.

What do Spencer and Travis mean?

Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin). Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin).

Are Spencer and Travis boy or girl names?

Spencer is primarily a boy name. Travis is primarily a boy name.

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