Walter — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Walter is a boy's name of Germanic, Portuguese, Spanish origin. Wálter is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from the name Walter. It means 'ruler of the army' or 'powerful warrior'.
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Meaning of Walter:
Wálter is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from the name Walter. It means 'ruler of the army' or 'powerful warrior'. Wálter represents someone who is strong, determined, and possesses great leadership skills. This name is perfect for a person who is ambitious and strives for success.
- Gender: Boy
- Origin: Germanic, Portuguese, Spanish
- US popularity: In 2022, 1273 newborns in the United States were named Walter (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1918 with 13418 babies.
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What does the name Walter mean?
Wálter is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from the name Walter. It means 'ruler of the army' or 'powerful warrior'. Wálter represents someone who is strong, determined, and possesses great leadership skills. This name is perfect for a person who is ambitious and strives for success.
What is the origin of the name Walter?
Walter is a boy's name of Germanic, Portuguese, Spanish origin.
Is Walter a boy or girl name?
Walter is commonly used as a boy's name.
How popular is the name Walter?
In 2022, 1,273 newborns in the United States were named Walter, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1918, with 13,418 babies given the name.
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