Walter

Meaning of Walter

Walter means "powerful warrior" or "commander of the army."

Walter has German roots — browse every German baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Walter

Walter is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #252 in 2025 from #308 in 2000.

Notable people named Walter

• Walter White
  Fictional character in Breaking Bad
• Walter Cronkite
  American broadcast journalist
• Walter Matthau
  American actor
• Walter Payton
  American football player
• Walter Gropius
  German architect

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Questions about the name Walter

What does the name Walter mean?

Walter means walter means "powerful warrior" or "commander of the army.", and it comes from German origins.

Is Walter a boy's or a girl's name?

Walter is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Walter?

In 2025, Walter ranked #252 for boys, up from #271 the year before.

When was Walter most popular?

Walter peaked at #252 in 2025.