Walker

Boy's name

Walker is of English origin, derived from the occupational surname for a fuller of cloth. It means "cloth-walker" or "one who fulls cloth."

Meaning Textile worker
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 4,023 Rising
Peak year 2022

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Walker Evans - American photographer known for documenting the Great Depression.
  • Walker Percy - American writer and philosopher.
  • Walker Hayes - American country music singer.
  • Walker Smith Jr. (Sugar Ray Robinson) - American boxer.
  • Walker Zimmerman - American professional soccer player.
  • Walker Texas Ranger - Fictional character played by Chuck Norris.
  • Walker Buehler - American professional baseball pitcher.
  • Walker Stalker Con - Convention for fans of The Walking Dead.
  • Walker Art Center - Contemporary art museum in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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