Boys name · New York
Walter in New York
Walter was the 336th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 53 babies named Walter that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 51,531 babies Walter.
Popularity over time
Walter in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 192 | 20th |
| 1926 | 1,215 | 16th |
| 1943 | 870 | 28th |
| 1959 | 588 | 53rd |
| 1976 | 171 | 107th |
| 1992 | 106 | 189th |
| 2009 | 31 | 521st |
| 2025 | 53 | 336th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 20th in 1910 to 336th in 2025.
The most babies named Walter in New York in a single year was 1,306, in 1918. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1919.
Across the country, Walter reached its best rank of 6th in Minnesota (1910). See Walter in every state →
How popular is Walter in New York?
Walter was the 336th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 53 babies named Walter that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 51,531 babies Walter.
How many babies are named Walter in New York?
In 2025, 53 babies were named Walter in New York. The most babies named Walter in New York in a single year was 1,306, in 1918.
What is the rank of Walter in New York?
Walter ranked 336th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1919.
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.