Walther vs Downing

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walther

Boy #19,201 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Swiss

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,201
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

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Similar Names

Dag Bismarck
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Downing

Boy #19,284 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hill settlement, dweller by the downs"

Origin: Old English dun meaning hill

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,284
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Walther Rank #19,201
Downing Rank #19,284

Walther is more popular, ranked #19201 vs #19284 for Downing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walther or Downing more popular?

Walther is more popular, ranked #19201 compared to Downing at #19284 in the United States.

What do Walther and Downing mean?

Walther means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin). Downing means "from the hill settlement, dweller by the downs" (Old English dun meaning hill origin).

Are Walther and Downing boy or girl names?

Walther is primarily a boy name. Downing is primarily a boy name.

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