Damon vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Damon Rank #456

Walter Rank #271

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #456 for Damon.

Is Damon or Walter more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Damon and Walter mean?

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

Are Damon and Walter boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.