Walter vs Jace

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #114 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"short form of Jason, the healer"

Origin: Greek

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Walter Rank #271

Jace Rank #114

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Jace more popular?

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Jace mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Jace means "short form of Jason, the healer" (Greek origin).

Are Walter and Jace boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Jace is primarily a boy name.