Walter vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Walter Rank #271

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Leon mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Walter and Leon boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.