Walter vs Royce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

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Walter Rank #271

Royce Rank #463

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #463 for Royce.

Is Walter or Royce more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do Walter and Royce mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin).

Are Walter and Royce boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Royce is primarily a boy name.