Walt Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWalt / wɔltGerman; English
Meaning
German: Ruler of the army; English: Diminutive of Walter
Historical & Cultural Background
Walt is often considered a diminutive of Walter, which has Germanic roots. The name Walter was popular in medieval Europe and has been borne by various historical figures. Walt gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, partly due to cultural icons. It is associated with creativity and leadership, especially through figures like Walt Disney.
Trend Summary
Walt has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Walter
International Variants
- Gualtiero (Italian)
- Walther (German)
- Gualterio (Spanish)
Famous people named Walt
Walt Disney was an American entrepreneur and animator, known for founding the Disney entertainment empire.
Walt Whitman was an American poet, essayist, and journalist, famous for his work 'Leaves of Grass'.
Walt Kelly was an American cartoonist, best known for his comic strip 'Pogo'.
Walt Garrison was an American football player, recognized for his time with the Dallas Cowboys.
Fictional characters named Walt
Walt Longmire is the main character in the 'Longmire' series, a sheriff in Wyoming.
Walt Kowalski is a character in the film 'Gran Torino', portrayed by Clint Eastwood.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Walt was first seen in the United States in 1893. Walt has ranked as high as #1052 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Walt has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Walt (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 25 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 25 |
| 1931 | 26 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 19 |
| 1935 | 26 |
| 1936 | 26 |
| 1937 | 23 |
| 1938 | 25 |
| 1939 | 30 |
| 1940 | 27 |
| 1941 | 39 |
| 1942 | 51 |
| 1943 | 44 |
| 1944 | 44 |
| 1945 | 47 |
| 1946 | 53 |
| 1947 | 52 |
| 1948 | 37 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 22 |
| 1955 | 28 |
| 1956 | 31 |
| 1957 | 54 |
| 1958 | 80 |
| 1959 | 81 |
| 1960 | 61 |
| 1961 | 53 |
| 1962 | 61 |
| 1963 | 52 |
| 1964 | 41 |
| 1965 | 28 |
| 1966 | 36 |
| 1967 | 35 |
| 1968 | 25 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 34 |