Dispenser of provisions or steward
Originally an English occupational surname, Spence refers to a person who worked in a 'spence' or larder. It is a shortened form of Spencer, derived from the Old French word 'despense', denoting someone responsible for the distribution of food and supplies in a large household.
Less common today
Spence isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,969 in 1990.
American actor known for 'All American'
The eccentric best friend of Doug Heffernan · The King of Queens
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
