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Walker vs George

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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Popularity Comparison

Walker Rank #82
George Rank #123

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 vs #123 for George.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker or George more popular?

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 compared to George at #123 in the United States.

What do Walker and George mean?

Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin). George means "farmer, earthworker" (Greek origin).

Are Walker and George boy or girl names?

Walker is primarily a boy name. George is primarily a boy name.

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