Walter vs Stephen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Walter Rank #271

Stephen Rank #378

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #378 for Stephen.

Is Walter or Stephen more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Stephen at #378 in the United States.

What do Walter and Stephen mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Walter and Stephen boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Stephen is primarily a boy name.