Lukas vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lukas

Boy #268 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"light, illumination"

Origin: Greek and Latin

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Lukas Rank #268

Walter Rank #271

Lukas is more popular, ranked #268 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Lukas or Walter more popular?

Lukas is more popular, ranked #268 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Lukas and Walter mean?

Lukas means "light, illumination" (Greek and Latin origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Lukas and Walter boy or girl names?

Lukas is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.