Walter vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Walter Rank #271

Steven Rank #269

Steven is more popular, ranked #269 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Steven more popular?

Steven is more popular, ranked #269 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Steven mean?

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

Are Walter and Steven boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.