Walker vs Holden

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

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Holden

Boy #281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep valley; hollow valley"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #281
Total SSA Count: 1,205
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Walker Rank #82

Holden Rank #281

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 vs #281 for Holden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker or Holden more popular?

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 compared to Holden at #281 in the United States.

What do Walker and Holden mean?

Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin). Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin).

Are Walker and Holden boy or girl names?

Walker is primarily a boy name. Holden is primarily a boy name.

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