Walter vs Edgar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

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Walter Rank #271

Edgar Rank #460

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #460 for Edgar.

Is Walter or Edgar more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Walter and Edgar mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Walter and Edgar boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.