Edwin vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

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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Edwin Rank #383

Walter Rank #271

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #383 for Edwin.

Is Edwin or Walter more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Walter mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Edwin and Walter boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.