Boys name · Kentucky
Walter in Kentucky
Walter was the 483rd most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 10 babies named Walter that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 10,827 babies Walter.
Popularity over time
Walter in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 67 | 12th |
| 1926 | 246 | 20th |
| 1943 | 154 | 36th |
| 1959 | 94 | 79th |
| 1975 | 54 | 88th |
| 1991 | 11 | 260th |
| 2009 | 9 | 434th |
| 2025 | 10 | 483rd |
Its rank among boys names in Kentucky fell from 12th in 1910 to 483rd in 2025.
The most babies named Walter in Kentucky in a single year was 270, in 1921. Its best showing was 11th among boys names in 1912.
Across the country, Walter reached its best rank of 6th in Minnesota (1910). See Walter in every state →
How popular is Walter in Kentucky?
Walter was the 483rd most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 10 babies named Walter that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 10,827 babies Walter.
How many babies are named Walter in Kentucky?
In 2025, 10 babies were named Walter in Kentucky. The most babies named Walter in Kentucky in a single year was 270, in 1921.
What is the rank of Walter in Kentucky?
Walter ranked 483rd among boys names in Kentucky in 2025. Its best showing was 11th among boys names in 1912.
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.