Walter vs Prince

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #404 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"royal son; prince"

Origin: Latin

English American African-American

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Walter Rank #271

Prince Rank #404

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #404 for Prince.

Is Walter or Prince more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Prince at #404 in the United States.

What do Walter and Prince mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Prince means "royal son; prince" (Latin origin).

Are Walter and Prince boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Prince is primarily a boy name.