Walton vs Niles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walton

Boy #3,320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"town in the forest (alternate etymology)"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #3,177 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"champion, winner"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Niall

British American Irish

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Walton Rank #3,320

Niles Rank #3,177

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 vs #3320 for Walton.

Is Walton or Niles more popular?

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 compared to Walton at #3320 in the United States.

What do Walton and Niles mean?

Walton means "town in the forest (alternate etymology)" (Old English origin). Niles means "champion, winner" (Irish Gaelic Niall origin).

Are Walton and Niles boy or girl names?

Walton is primarily a boy name. Niles is primarily a boy name.