Walter vs Elmer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

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Walter Rank #271

Elmer Rank #1,169

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #1169 for Elmer.

Is Walter or Elmer more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Elmer at #1169 in the United States.

What do Walter and Elmer mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin).

Are Walter and Elmer boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Elmer is primarily a boy name.