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Walker vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walker

Boy #82 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cloth walker, one who treads cloth"

Origin: Old English occupational surname

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#82
Total SSA Count
4,023
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Walker Rank #82
Arthur Rank #105

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 vs #105 for Arthur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker or Arthur more popular?

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Walker and Arthur mean?

Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Walker and Arthur boy or girl names?

Walker is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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