Spencer
Spencer comes from the Old French "despensier," meaning "dispenser of provisions." Spencer (the actor Spencer Tracy, 1900-1967, the two-time Oscar winner known for "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner") is the most acclaimed historical bearer. Diana, Princess of Wales (1961-1997), was born Lady Diana Spencer — the Spencer family is one of the most aristocratic families in England. Spencer was a top-200 American name from 1980 to 2020, peaking at #84 in 1997. The "S" opening is firm, and the "er" ending gives it a slight masculine echo. Spencer is a male name of English (occupational) origin that means "Dispenser of provisions". Elegant, British, and quietly accomplished. The name sounds graceful. Spencers tend to be composed. US peaked #84 in 1997. Now top 300. Well-known people named Spencer include Spencer Tracy (actor), Diana Spencer / Princess Diana, Spencer (English occupational name), Spencer (fictional, various). Common variations and related forms of Spencer include Spence (short form), Spens (variant), Spensir (modern), Spencer (used across English).