Walker
Walker: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Walker
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
How popular is Walker?
Since 1880, 1,037 girls and 47,914 boys in the U.S. have been named Walker (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1430 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #78 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #78 for boys, with 4,303 babies given the name.
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Walker FAQ
What does the name Walker mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname.
What is the origin of the name Walker?
Walker is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Walker?
Since 1880, 1,037 girls and 47,914 boys in the U.S. have been named Walker (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1430 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #78 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #78 for boys, with 4,303 babies given the name.
Is Walker a boy or girl name?
Walker is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,037 girls and 47,914 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.