Spencer
Male name · ★ Classic
45,969
Total Births
1998
Peak Year
#361
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Spencer
Spencer is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 45,969 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1990s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 662 births |
| 1890s | 701 births |
| 1900s | 866 births |
| 1910s | 965 births |
| 1920s | 897 births |
| 1930s | 808 births |
| 1940s | 1,262 births |
| 1950s | 1,279 births |
| 1960s | 1,748 births |
| 1970s | 2,737 births |
| 1980s | 5,910 births |
| 1990s | 14,832 births |
| 2000s | 10,158 births |
| 2010s | 2,389 births |
| 2020s | 755 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Spencer?
Spencer has been given to 45,969 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1998 with 1,798 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #361.
Is Spencer a boy or girl name?
Spencer is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Spencer most popular?
Spencer was most popular in 1998, when 1,798 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Spencer?
Spencer first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).