Walter Bailes

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Walter Bailes — army ruler
599K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Walter Bailes is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Walter is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Old High German Waldhar, composed of wald (rule) and heri (army). A name common throughout medieval Europe. The surname Bailes: Bailes is an English-language surname. People with the name include: Alfred Shrapnell Bailes (1849–1928), Australian politician Alyson Bailes (1949–2016), British diplomat Barclay Bailes (1883–1955), Australian footballer Ernest Bailes (born 1982), American politician Ernie Bailes (1888–1964), Australian footballer Julian Edwin Bailes Sr. (1915–2010), American judge Margaret Bailes (born 1951), American athlete Scott Bailes (born 1961), American baseball player Bayles (name), another surname Bales, another surname Jerry Bails (1933–2006), American popular culturist and champion of comic books Walter is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 599K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Walter reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Walter

Meaning: army ruler

Germanic

From the Old High German Waldhar, composed of wald (rule) and heri (army). A name common throughout medieval Europe.

Surname: Bailes

English

Bailes is an English-language surname. People with the name include: Alfred Shrapnell Bailes (1849–1928), Australian politician Alyson Bailes (1949–2016), British diplomat Barclay Bailes (1883–1955), Australian footballer Ernest Bailes (born 1982), American politician Ernie Bailes (1888–1964), Australian footballer Julian Edwin Bailes Sr. (1915–2010), American judge Margaret Bailes (born 1951), American athlete Scott Bailes (born 1961), American baseball player Bayles (name), another surname Bales, another surname Jerry Bails (1933–2006), American popular culturist and champion of comic books

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Walter is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Walter by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Walter Bailes

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Walter Bailes:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Walter?
The first name Walter originates from Germanic. From the Old High German Waldhar, composed of wald (rule) and heri (army). A name common throughout medieval Europe.
When was Walter most popular?
The name Walter reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bailes?
The surname Bailes originates from English. Bailes is an English-language surname. People with the name include: Alfred Shrapnell Bailes (1849–1928), Australian politician Alyson Bailes (1949–2016), British diplomat Barclay Bailes (1883–1955), Australian footballer Ernest Bailes (born 1982), American politician Ernie Bailes (1888–1964), Australian footballer Julian Edwin Bailes Sr. (1915–2010), American judge Margaret Bailes (born 1951), American athlete Scott Bailes (born 1961), American baseball player Bayles (name), another surname Bales, another surname Jerry Bails (1933–2006), American popular culturist and champion of comic books
What are the origins of the name Walter Bailes?
The name Walter Bailes combines two different traditions: the first name Walter has Germanic roots, while the surname Bailes originates from English.
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