Walter vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

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Walter Rank #271

King Rank #343

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #343 for King.

Is Walter or King more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Walter and King mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Walter and King boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.