Spencer
girl name#1022 in 2025Spencer entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #978 in 2017, ranks #1022 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1922–2025
#1022
rank today
#978
peak (2017)
245
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4445 |
| 1930s | #3848 |
| 1950s | #5313 |
| 1960s | #6208 |
| 1970s | #6628 |
| 1980s | #3762 |
| 1990s | #1312 |
| 2000s | #2913 |
| 2010s | #1421 |
| 2020s | #1060 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Spencer has been most popular in TX, CA, NC.
Living bearers
About 5,600 people named Spencer are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Spencer is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Spencer in 2025?
- Spencer ranks #1022 among US girl names in 2025, with 245 babies given the name.
- When was the name Spencer most popular?
- Spencer peaked in 2017, reaching #978 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Spencer with classmates?
- Spencer will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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