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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Steward, one who manages provisions/supplies
- Origin
- Middle English (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- SPEN-sir
Spencer started out as a Middle English occupational surname for a steward — someone who managed provisions and supplies — long before it became a given name. It's pronounced SPEN-sir, and today it works for a child of any gender, with the settled, familiar feel of a name that's been around for generations.
Meaning & Origin of Spencer
Meaning: Steward, one who manages provisions/supplies.
Origin: Middle English (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Spencer
SPEN-sirIPA /ˈspɛnsər/
Popularity of Spencer
Spencer hit its high point in 1998, ranking #84 with 4,619 babies given the name; by 2024 it had fallen to #388, with just 840.
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FAQ
What does the name Spencer mean?
Steward, one who manages provisions/supplies. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Spencer?
Spencer is pronounced SPEN-sir (IPA: /ˈspɛnsər/).
Is Spencer a popular name right now?
Spencer peaked at #84 in 1998 and is ranked #388 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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