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Emmett vs Walker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Emmett Rank #119
Walker Rank #82

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 vs #119 for Emmett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmett or Walker more popular?

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 compared to Emmett at #119 in the United States.

What do Emmett and Walker mean?

Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin). Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin).

Are Emmett and Walker boy or girl names?

Emmett is primarily a boy name. Walker is primarily a boy name.

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