Lewis vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Lewis Rank #435

Walter Rank #271

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #435 for Lewis.

Is Lewis or Walter more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Lewis at #435 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Walter mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Lewis and Walter boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.