Margeret vs Walter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walter

Boy #271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the army"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#271
Total SSA Count
1,264
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Walt, Wally

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Margeret Rank #39,084
Walter Rank #271

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 vs #39084 for Margeret.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Margeret ___

  • Margeret Anne
  • Margeret Louise
  • Margeret Rose
  • Margeret Elizabeth
  • Margeret Claire

Walter ___

  • Walter James
  • Walter Ernest
  • Walter Hugh
  • Walter Lee
  • Walter Dean
  • Walter Ellis

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Margeret

Dorothy Eleanor Vivienne Catherine Edward

If you choose Walter

Edmund Dorothy Hazel Franklin Mildred

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Margeret or Walter more popular?

Walter is more popular, ranked #271 compared to Margeret at #39084 in the United States.

What do Margeret and Walter mean?

Margeret means "pearl" (Greek origin). Walter means "ruler of the army" (Old High German origin).

Are Margeret and Walter boy or girl names?

Margeret is primarily a girl name. Walter is primarily a boy name.

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