Walker vs William

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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Harrison Edward Owen Ryan

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William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #10
Total SSA Count: 10,596
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Walker Rank #82

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #82 for Walker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Walker at #82 in the United States.

What do Walker and William mean?

Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Walker and William boy or girl names?

Walker is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.

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