Bradley vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Bradley Rank #365

Walter Rank #271

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #365 for Bradley.

Is Bradley or Walter more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Bradley at #365 in the United States.

What do Bradley and Walter mean?

Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Bradley and Walter boy or girl names?

Bradley is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.