Walker vs Mason

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

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Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #42
Total SSA Count: 6,471
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Walker Rank #82

Mason Rank #42

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #82 for Walker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker or Mason more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Walker at #82 in the United States.

What do Walker and Mason mean?

Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin). Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin).

Are Walker and Mason boy or girl names?

Walker is primarily a boy name. Mason is primarily a boy name.

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