Walter: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A strong ruler who commands with quiet wisdom.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #274
- Peak
- #10 in 1914
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Walter Means
Walter is a boy name of English origin. A strong ruler who commands with quiet wisdom.
How Popular Walter Is
Walter currently ranks #274 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #10 in 1914. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Walter
- Walter was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #10 in 1914.
- Walter has been a top 100 name across 164+ years of American history.
- Walter is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Walter
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Sibling Names for Walter
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Questions About Walter
What does Walter mean?
Walter is a boy name of English origin. A strong ruler who commands with quiet wisdom.
How popular is Walter?
Walter currently ranks #274 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #10 in 1914. It has held steady.
Where does Walter come from?
Walter comes from English roots. Walter was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #10 in 1914.
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