Walter vs Declan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"man of prayer"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Walter Rank #271

Declan Rank #131

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Declan more popular?

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Declan mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Walter and Declan boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.