Walter vs Luka

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #94 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"light, illumination"

Origin: Latin (Lucius)

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Walter Rank #271

Luka Rank #94

Luka is more popular, ranked #94 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Luka more popular?

Luka is more popular, ranked #94 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Luka mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Luka means "light, illumination" (Latin (Lucius) origin).

Are Walter and Luka boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Luka is primarily a boy name.