Stephen vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stephen

Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Stephen Rank #378

Walter Rank #271

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #378 for Stephen.

Is Stephen or Walter more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Stephen at #378 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Walter mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Stephen and Walter boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Walter is primarily a boy name.