Walter vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine healer"

Origin: Hebrew

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Walter Rank #271

Raphael Rank #421

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #421 for Raphael.

Is Walter or Raphael more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Walter and Raphael mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Walter and Raphael boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.