Walter vs Lukas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #268 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"light, illumination"

Origin: Greek and Latin

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Walter Rank #271

Lukas Rank #268

Lukas is more popular, ranked #268 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Lukas more popular?

Lukas is more popular, ranked #268 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Lukas mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Lukas means "light, illumination" (Greek and Latin origin).

Are Walter and Lukas boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Lukas is primarily a boy name.