Spencer
Meaning: Dispenser of provisions or steward
Origin: Old French/English
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #228
Total births: 890
History: Spencer surged in the 2010s as a surname-name in Australia. Spencer Street Station was Melbourne's major terminal. Spencer represents Australian urban heritage in naming.
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| Current rank (2025) | #47 |
| Babies named Spencer in 2025 | 148 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 890 |
| Peak year | 2025 (148 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #47 |
| Years in records | 2016–2025 (8 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 20 spots |
Frequently asked about Spencer
What does the name Spencer mean?
Spencer means “Dispenser of provisions or steward” from Old French/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Spencer?
Spencer has Old French/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Dispenser of provisions or steward”.
How popular is Spencer in Australia?
Spencer ranked #47 in Australia in 2025 — given to 148 babies that year.
When was Spencer most popular?
Spencer peaked in 2025 with 148 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Spencer a boy or girl name?
Spencer is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Spencers in registered births are male.
Is the name Spencer rising or falling in popularity?
Spencer has risen 20 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #67 in 2020 to #47 in 2025.
How long has Spencer been recorded in Australia?
Spencer appears in birth records in Australia across 8 years — from 2016 through 2025.