Walker

Rank 78th Boy Name 🔥 Popular

In 2022, the name Walker was 78th most popular baby name for boys and 129th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 4,389 babies were named Walker in the United States. The gender distribution for "Walker" is 96.4% male and 3.6% female.

In 2022, 1 out of every 766 babies in the United States were named Walker. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 3.8% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Walker is around 11 to 16 years old.

The name "Walker" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Walker is .

Walker Meaning & Origin

The name Walker, derived from an Old English occupation, reflects a sense of strength, independence, and a love of nature, typically suggesting someone who is grounded and reliable.

The name Walker is described as adventurous, strong-willed and dynamic.

Pronunciation

Walker is pronounced wal-ker in English. The name Walker has 6 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Walker

  • The name Walker is not only a first name but also a very popular surname, commonly used in English speaking countries.

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Geography

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