Walter
Origin/Usage
Germanic
Pronunciation
WAWL-tər
Meaning
Army rule
More info about the name "Walter"

Walter is derived from the Germanic name 'Waldhar', itself derived from the words 'wald', which means 'to rule', and 'heri', which means 'army or warrior'.

Popularity of the Name Walter
Also Spelled Like...

Walt, Wally

Famous Walters

Walter Matthau - actor
Walter Brown - hockey player
Walter Johnson - baseball player
Walter Pratt - hockey player
Walter Travis - golfer
Walter Anderson - baseball player
Walter Becker - musician
Walter Payton - football player

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