Dog Names > Walter

Walter

Male

Meaning

Army Ruler

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈwɔltər/

Traits associated with the name Walter:

Dogs named Walter tend to be loving, good-natured, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Walter?

That you have a fondness for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you may be a fan of classic literature, as Walter is a popular name in many classic novels.

Is Walter a good dog name?

Walter has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Walter isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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New York City Dog Name Database

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Walter is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Walter was, in the past month, the 486th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Walter is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Walter was viewed 111 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Walter's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Walter is most adored in Arkansas, New Hampshire and Hawaii.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Delaware, Nevada and Virginia.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Walter.

Famous dogs named Walter:

A dog named Walter was a character in the book Walter the Farting Dog by William Kotzwinkle and Glenn Murray.
A dog named Walter featured in the television show The Mighty B!.