Walter vs Dalton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #433 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from the valley town"

Origin: Old English

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Walter Rank #271

Dalton Rank #433

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #433 for Dalton.

Is Walter or Dalton more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Dalton at #433 in the United States.

What do Walter and Dalton mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Dalton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin).

Are Walter and Dalton boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Dalton is primarily a boy name.