Damien vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damien

Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Damien Rank #345

Walter Rank #271

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #345 for Damien.

Is Damien or Walter more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Damien and Walter mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Damien and Walter boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.