Walter vs Hunter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #128 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who hunts"

Origin: Old English

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Walter Rank #271

Hunter Rank #128

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Hunter more popular?

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Hunter mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Hunter means "one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Walter and Hunter boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Hunter is primarily a boy name.