Boys name · Iowa
Walter in Iowa
Walter was the 125th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 33 babies named Walter that year. Since 1910, Iowa families have named 5,699 babies Walter.
Popularity over time
Walter in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 33 | 17th |
| 1925 | 176 | 22nd |
| 1941 | 76 | 54th |
| 1956 | 40 | 116th |
| 1971 | 15 | 185th |
| 1986 | 6 | 292nd |
| 2010 | 9 | 362nd |
| 2025 | 33 | 125th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa fell from 17th in 1910 to 125th in 2025.
The most babies named Walter in Iowa in a single year was 231, in 1918. Its best showing was 15th among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, Walter reached its best rank of 6th in Minnesota (1910). See Walter in every state →
How popular is Walter in Iowa?
Walter was the 125th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 33 babies named Walter that year. Since 1910, Iowa families have named 5,699 babies Walter.
How many babies are named Walter in Iowa?
In 2025, 33 babies were named Walter in Iowa. The most babies named Walter in Iowa in a single year was 231, in 1918.
What is the rank of Walter in Iowa?
Walter ranked 125th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 15th among boys names in 1911.
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.