Walter Guillen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Walter Guillen — army ruler
599K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Walter Guillen 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 Guillen: Alanis Guillen (born 1998), Brazilian actress. Ambrosio Guillen (1929–1953), United States Marine who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor Amparo Guillén (1953–2024), Ecuadorian actress Carlos Guillén, retired Venezuelan baseball player Harvey Guillén (born 1990), actor Joel Guillén (born 2001), Andorran footballer José Guillén (born 1976), Dominican baseball player Laurice Guillen (born 1947), Filipina actress Montserrat Guillén (born 1964), Spanish statistician and economist Nancy Guillén (born 1976), retired Salvadoran hammer thrower Néstor Guillén Olmos (1890–1966), President of Bol. 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: Guillen

Spanish

Alanis Guillen (born 1998), Brazilian actress. Ambrosio Guillen (1929–1953), United States Marine who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor Amparo Guillén (1953–2024), Ecuadorian actress Carlos Guillén, retired Venezuelan baseball player Harvey Guillén (born 1990), actor Joel Guillén (born 2001), Andorran footballer José Guillén (born 1976), Dominican baseball player Laurice Guillen (born 1947), Filipina actress Montserrat Guillén (born 1964), Spanish statistician and economist Nancy Guillén (born 1976), retired Salvadoran hammer thrower Néstor Guillén Olmos (1890–1966), President of Bol.

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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 Guillen

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 Guillen:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

1
Personality Number

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

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 Guillen?
The surname Guillen originates from Spanish. Alanis Guillen (born 1998), Brazilian actress. Ambrosio Guillen (1929–1953), United States Marine who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor Amparo Guillén (1953–2024), Ecuadorian actress Carlos Guillén, retired Venezuelan baseball player Harvey Guillén (born 1990), actor Joel Guillén (born 2001), Andorran footballer José Guillén (born 1976), Dominican baseball player Laurice Guillen (born 1947), Filipina actress Montserrat Guillén (born 1964), Spanish statistician and economist Nancy Guillén (born 1976), retired Salvadoran hammer thrower Néstor Guillén Olmos (1890–1966), President of Bol.
What are the origins of the name Walter Guillen?
The name Walter Guillen combines two different traditions: the first name Walter has Germanic roots, while the surname Guillen originates from Spanish.
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