Walter Hawes

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Walter Hawes — army ruler
599K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Walter Hawes 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 Hawes: Hampton Hawes (1928–1977), African American jazz pianist James Hawes, the director and producer John Hawes (1876–1956), architect and priest Keeley Hawes (b. 1976), English actress Patrick Hawes (b. 1958), British composer Stanley Hawes (1905–1991), British documentary film producer and director William Hawes (1785–1846), English musician Charles Boardman Hawes (1889–1923), American writer Gilbert Ray Hawes (1854–1923), American lawyer, academic, and writer James Hawes (b. 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: Hawes

English

Hampton Hawes (1928–1977), African American jazz pianist James Hawes, the director and producer John Hawes (1876–1956), architect and priest Keeley Hawes (b. 1976), English actress Patrick Hawes (b. 1958), British composer Stanley Hawes (1905–1991), British documentary film producer and director William Hawes (1785–1846), English musician Charles Boardman Hawes (1889–1923), American writer Gilbert Ray Hawes (1854–1923), American lawyer, academic, and writer James Hawes (b.

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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 Hawes

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 Hawes:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Hawes?
The surname Hawes originates from English. Hampton Hawes (1928–1977), African American jazz pianist James Hawes, the director and producer John Hawes (1876–1956), architect and priest Keeley Hawes (b. 1976), English actress Patrick Hawes (b. 1958), British composer Stanley Hawes (1905–1991), British documentary film producer and director William Hawes (1785–1846), English musician Charles Boardman Hawes (1889–1923), American writer Gilbert Ray Hawes (1854–1923), American lawyer, academic, and writer James Hawes (b.
What are the origins of the name Walter Hawes?
The name Walter Hawes combines two different traditions: the first name Walter has Germanic roots, while the surname Hawes originates from English.
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