Nico vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nico

Boy #212 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Italian German Spanish Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#212
Total SSA Count
1,678
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#271
Total SSA Count
1,264
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Nico Rank #212
Walter Rank #271

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 vs #271 for Walter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nico or Walter more popular?

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Nico and Walter mean?

Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Nico and Walter boy or girl names?

Nico is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons