Boys name · Iowa
Walter in Iowa
In 2025, 33 babies born in Iowa were named Walter, making it the #125 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 5,699.
Popularity over time
Walter in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 33 | #17 |
| 1925 | 176 | #22 |
| 1941 | 76 | #54 |
| 1956 | 40 | #116 |
| 1971 | 15 | #185 |
| 1986 | 6 | #292 |
| 2010 | 9 | #362 |
| 2025 | 33 | #125 |
Iowa had the most Walter births in 1918, with 231. Walter's highest rank in Iowa was #15, set in 1911.
Rank swung between #15 (1911) and #571 (2011) in Iowa, from #17 in 1910 to #125 in 2025.
Nationally, Walter's strongest state was Minnesota, where it hit #6 in 1910. See Walter in every state →
How popular is Walter in Iowa?
In 2025, 33 babies born in Iowa were named Walter, making it the #125 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 5,699.
How many babies are named Walter in Iowa?
In 2025, 33 babies born in Iowa were named Walter.
What is the rank of Walter in Iowa?
Walter's 2025 rank among boys names in Iowa was #125.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.