Walter

Boy's name

Walter is of Germanic origin, derived from the elements "wald" meaning "rule" and "heri" meaning "army."

Meaning Army commander
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 1,264
Peak year 1918

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Notable Namesakes

  • Walter Cronkite - News anchor, "most trusted man in America."
  • Walter Payton - NFL running back, Chicago Bears legend.
  • Walter Matthau - Actor, known for "The Odd Couple."
  • Walter Scott - Poet, author of "Ivanhoe" and "Rob Roy."
  • Walter Gropius - Architect, founder of the Bauhaus school.
  • Walter Raleigh - Explorer, introduced tobacco to Europe.
  • Walter Lippmann - Journalist, coined the term "Cold War."
  • Walter Johnson - MLB pitcher, Washington Senators Hall of Famer.
  • Walter Reed - Physician, discovered cause of yellow fever transmission.

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