Walter vs Xavier

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #102 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"savior"

Origin: Spanish

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Walter Rank #271

Xavier Rank #102

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 vs #271 for Walter.

Is Walter or Xavier more popular?

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Walter at #271 in the United States.

What do Walter and Xavier mean?

Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin).

Are Walter and Xavier boy or girl names?

Walter is primarily a boy name. Xavier is primarily a boy name.