Walter vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Walter Rank #271

Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Silas mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Walter and Silas boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.