Walt
Walt is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Ruler of the army.
Origin and history
Walt is a traditional masculine name of Germanic origin, traditionally serving as a short form of Walter. It means ruler of the army or commander. While historically well-known in the United States, it remains a relatively rare choice for newborn boys today.
Popularity in the United States
2,634 babies in the United States have been named Walt since 1880. It ranks #2525 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1685.
States where it is most popular
- CA (36.6 %)
- PA (16 %)
- TX (9.6 %)
- OH (9.1 %)
- MI (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 68 |
| 1920-1930 | 154 |
| 1930-1940 | 232 |
| 1940-1950 | 416 |
| 1950-1960 | 366 |
| 1960-1970 | 419 |
| 1970-1980 | 182 |
| 1980-1990 | 118 |
| 1990-2000 | 76 |
| 2000-2010 | 91 |
| 2010-2019 | 254 |
| 2020-2029 | 242 |
Famous people named Walt
- Walt Disney: Animator, Film Producer
- Walt Whitman: Poet, Essayist
- Walt Frazier: Basketball Player, Broadcaster
Fun facts
- Walt originated as a colloquial short form of Walter, derived from the Germanic elements walden (to rule) and heri (army).
- The name is widely recognized in American culture due to iconic historical figures like Walt Whitman and Walt Disney.