Arthur vs Walker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #105
Total SSA Count: 3,318
Syllables: 2
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Walker

Boy #82 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cloth walker, one who treads cloth"

Origin: Old English occupational surname

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #82
Total SSA Count: 4,023
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105

Walker Rank #82

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 vs #105 for Arthur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Walker more popular?

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Walker mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin).

Are Arthur and Walker boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Walker is primarily a boy name.

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