Walter vs Bradley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

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Walter Rank #271

Bradley Rank #365

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #365 for Bradley.

Is Walter or Bradley more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Bradley at #365 in the United States.

What do Walter and Bradley mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin).

Are Walter and Bradley boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Bradley is primarily a boy name.