Niles vs Walton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Niles

Boy #3,177 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"champion, winner"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Niall

Cultural Roots

British American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,177
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Walton

Boy #3,320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"town in the forest (alternate etymology)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,320
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Niles Rank #3,177
Walton Rank #3,320

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 vs #3320 for Walton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Niles or Walton more popular?

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 compared to Walton at #3320 in the United States.

What do Niles and Walton mean?

Niles means "champion, winner" (Irish Gaelic Niall origin). Walton means "town in the forest (alternate etymology)" (Old English origin).

Are Niles and Walton boy or girl names?

Niles is primarily a boy name. Walton is primarily a boy name.

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