Walter
/wawltɚ/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Walter is a English name meaning "Ruler of the army". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Argentina, Austria. Walter is of Germanic origin, derived from the elements *wald* meaning "rule" or "power" and *heri* meaning "army" or "warrior."
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic wawltɚ
IPA wɔltɚ
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as wawltɚ. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Walter
- · Walter Cronkite - Broadcast Journalist
- · Walter White - Fictional Character (Breaking Bad)
- · Walter Payton - Football Player
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