Walter
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ruler, powerful army, bright, fighter
Germanic
Walter is a Germanic name that means 'ruler' or 'powerful army'. It also has meanings related to brightness and fighting spirit. The name has ancient roots in Germanic languages.
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Walter Name Popularity Insights
The data is sourced from the Social Security Administration. Since the agency has only released data up to 2022, the rankings for 2023 and 2024 are based on estimates from platform data. We will update the final results once the official data is released.
Walter Phonetic Appeal
Walter is pronounced smoothly with clear syllables, making it easy to articulate.
The name Walter has a balanced rhythm with equal stress on both syllables, but can sound slightly heavy.
Famous People Named Walter
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Walter Cronkite was an iconic American broadcast journalist known as the 'most trusted man in America'. He anchored the 'CBS Evening News' from 1962 to 1981.
Walter White is a fictional character in the TV series 'Breaking Bad', portrayed by Bryan Cranston. He is a high school chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine manufacturer.
Walter Payton, nicknamed 'Sweetness', was an American football player who played for the Chicago Bears. He is considered one of the greatest running backs in NFL history.
Potential Negative Connotations of Walter
The name Walter does not typically evoke negative characters or cultural symbols. However, it may have old-fashioned connotations for some, as it has a traditional and classic feel.
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