Jay vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jay

Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Jay Rank #397

Walter Rank #271

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #397 for Jay.

Is Jay or Walter more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Jay at #397 in the United States.

What do Jay and Walter mean?

Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Jay and Walter boy or girl names?

Jay is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.