NAME PROFILE
Walter
Walter is a Germanic name meaning 'ruler of the army.' It is a distinguished, vintage name that evokes a sense of intellectual depth and grounded wisdom, characterizing someone who is a thoughtful strategist.
Key Stats
| Total births | 634,804 |
| Gender | Male (90% / 10%) |
| Peak year | 1918 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 21%NY — 21%GA — 20%PA — 19%AL — 19%
Notable People
Walter Disney (Founder of Disney) · Walter Cronkite (News anchor) · Walter Scott (Novelist) · Walter Payton (NFL player) · Walter White (Fictional Character)
Nicknames & Diminutives
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