Walter vs Cyrus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #255 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sun, throne"

Origin: Old Persian

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Walter Rank #271

Cyrus Rank #255

Cyrus is more popular, ranked #255 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Cyrus more popular?

Cyrus is more popular, ranked #255 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Cyrus mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin).

Are Walter and Cyrus boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Cyrus is primarily a boy name.