Walter vs Tate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #210 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cheerful, pleasant"

Origin: Old English

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Walter Rank #271

Tate Rank #210

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Tate more popular?

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Tate mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Walter and Tate boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.