Hugo vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hugo

Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Hugo Rank #405

Walter Rank #271

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #405 for Hugo.

Is Hugo or Walter more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Hugo and Walter mean?

Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Hugo and Walter boy or girl names?

Hugo is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.