| Meaning | ruler of the army, powerful warrior |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Wal-ter |
Walter is a distinguished and timeless name for baby boys with a rich history and noble meaning. Derived from the Old High German name "Waltari," meaning "ruler of the army," it carries a strong and masculine essence.
Walter has been a beloved choice for parents seeking a name that embodies qualities of strength, bravery, and leadership. Its Germanic origins give it a sense of historical significance and regality.
The name Walter has found prominence across various fields. Notable individuals bearing this name include the revered American journalist Walter Cronkite, the iconic fictional character Walter White from the TV series "Breaking Bad," and the legendary American football player Walter Payton.
In the realm of fiction, Walter has left its mark as well. From the daydreaming protagonist Walter Mitty to the enigmatic Walter Kovacs/Rorschach from "Watchmen," fictional characters named Walter have captivated audiences with their complex personas.
With its classic charm and enduring appeal, naming your baby boy Walter is a choice that combines tradition with strength. It is a name that carries a sense of authority and honor, destined to shape a remarkable individual who stands tall among others.
| Walthari |
| Valter |
| Gualtiero |
| Valterio |
| Walt |
| Wally |
| Terry |
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| Wat |
| Walter Cronkite | American journalist |
| Walter Payton | American football player |
| Walter Matthau | American actor |
| Walter Scott | Scottish historical novelist |
| Walter Reed | American physician and biologist |
| Walter Isaacson | American writer and biographer |
| Walter Mondale | American politician |
| Walter Hagen | American golfer |
| Walter Gropius | German architect and founder of the Bauhaus School |
| Walter Raleigh | English explorer and poet |
| Walter Brennan | American actor |
| Walter Chrysler | American automobile industry pioneer |
| Walter Lippmann | American journalist and writer |
| Walter Hill | American film director |
| Walter Huston | Canadian-American actor |
| Walter Samuel | Argentine former footballer |
| Walter Jones | American football player |
| Walter Camp | American football coach and writer |
| Walter Pidgeon | Canadian-American actor |
| Walter Mitty | from "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" by James Thurber |
| Walter White | from the TV series "Breaking Bad" |
| Walter Sullivan | from the video game "Silent Hill 4 - The Room" |
| Walter O'Dim | also known as Randall Flagg, from Stephen King's "The Dark Tower" series |
| Walter Bishop | from the TV series "Fringe" |
| Walter Skinner | from the TV series "The X-Files" |
| Walter Hartwell White Sr. | from the TV series "Malcolm in the Middle" |
| Walter Fane | from the novel and film "The Painted Veil" |
| Walter Sobchak | from the film "The Big Lebowski" |
| Walter Stratford | from the film "10 Things I Hate About You" |
| Walter Keane | from the film "Big Eyes" |
| Walter Beckett | from the animated film "Spies in Disguise" |
| Walter Kovacs | from the film "V for Vendetta" |
| Walter Kowalski | from the film "Gran Torino" |
| Walter Garber | from the film "The Taking of Pelham 123" |
| Walter | from the film "The Secret Life of Pets" |