Walter vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

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Walter Rank #271

Hugo Rank #405

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #405 for Hugo.

Is Walter or Hugo more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Walter and Hugo mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Walter and Hugo boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.