Name Profile
Walter
“Power of the army” — English
BoyEnglish2 syllablesCurrent rank #271 (2024)
About Walter
Walter is a distinguished and resolute English boy's name meaning "power of the army." With its stately vintage appeal, this classic choice offers a steadfast, gentlemanly aura that is wonderfully ready for revival.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginEnglish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Walter
WaltWaltyWalWalieWaly
Popularity in the U.S.
Walter ranks #271 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,264 births..
Walter popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Walter had 1,264 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 1,715 | #156 |
| 1987 | 1,575 | #174 |
| 1988 | 1,610 | #175 |
| 1989 | 1,611 | #184 |
| 1990 | 1,614 | #191 |
| 1991 | 1,539 | #200 |
| 2021 | 1,281 | #271 |
| 2022 | 1,278 | #269 |
| 2023 | 1,274 | #267 |
| 2024 | 1,264 | #271 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Walter James
- Walter Alexander
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Walter mean?
Walter is commonly linked to the meaning Power of the army and is associated with English roots.
Is Walter a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Walter ranks #271 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,264 births..
What are common nicknames for Walter?
Popular nicknames include Walt, Walty, Wal, Walie, Waly.