Walter Lennox

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Walter Lennox — army ruler
599K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Walter Lennox 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 Lennox: Annie Lennox (born 1954), British singer Ari Lennox (born 1991), American singer-songwriter Bernard Gordon Lennox (1932–2017), British Army major general Betty Lennox (born 1976), American basketball player Bobby Lennox (born 1943), British football player Caroline Lennox (1723–1774), British noblewoman, later 1st Baroness Holland, eldest of the Lennox sisters Charlotte Lennox (1730–1804), British author Dave Lennox (1855–1947), American inventor and businessman David Lennox (1788–1873), Australian stonemason and bridge-builder Douglas Lennox-Silva (born 1987), Puerto Rican swimmer E. J. 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: Lennox

English

Annie Lennox (born 1954), British singer Ari Lennox (born 1991), American singer-songwriter Bernard Gordon Lennox (1932–2017), British Army major general Betty Lennox (born 1976), American basketball player Bobby Lennox (born 1943), British football player Caroline Lennox (1723–1774), British noblewoman, later 1st Baroness Holland, eldest of the Lennox sisters Charlotte Lennox (1730–1804), British author Dave Lennox (1855–1947), American inventor and businessman David Lennox (1788–1873), Australian stonemason and bridge-builder Douglas Lennox-Silva (born 1987), Puerto Rican swimmer E. J.

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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 Lennox

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 Lennox:

1
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Lennox?
The surname Lennox originates from English. Annie Lennox (born 1954), British singer Ari Lennox (born 1991), American singer-songwriter Bernard Gordon Lennox (1932–2017), British Army major general Betty Lennox (born 1976), American basketball player Bobby Lennox (born 1943), British football player Caroline Lennox (1723–1774), British noblewoman, later 1st Baroness Holland, eldest of the Lennox sisters Charlotte Lennox (1730–1804), British author Dave Lennox (1855–1947), American inventor and businessman David Lennox (1788–1873), Australian stonemason and bridge-builder Douglas Lennox-Silva (born 1987), Puerto Rican swimmer E. J.
What are the origins of the name Walter Lennox?
The name Walter Lennox combines two different traditions: the first name Walter has Germanic roots, while the surname Lennox originates from English.
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