Walter Spitale

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Walter Spitale — army ruler
500K People worldwide
Italia Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Walter Spitale 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 Spitale: Entrambi siciliani, Spitale ha un ceppo a San Cono nel catanese ed uno a Gangi e Petralia Soprana nel palermitano, Spitali è specifico di Grotte nell'agrigentino, potrebbero derivare dal fatto di essere stati i capostipiti dei trovatelli affidati a Confraternite ospedaliere, in Sicilia fin dall'undicesimo secolo si costituirono, sotto l'egida degli ordini dei Cavalieri e degli Ospitalieri, alcuni Spitali, dove venivano ricoverati gli infermi, i mendicanti ed i trovatelli. Walter is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 500K people globally, with the highest concentration in Italia. The name Walter reached peak popularity in the 1960s, 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: Spitale

Italian

Entrambi siciliani, Spitale ha un ceppo a San Cono nel catanese ed uno a Gangi e Petralia Soprana nel palermitano, Spitali è specifico di Grotte nell'agrigentino, potrebbero derivare dal fatto di essere stati i capostipiti dei trovatelli affidati a Confraternite ospedaliere, in Sicilia fin dall'undicesimo secolo si costituirono, sotto l'egida degli ordini dei Cavalieri e degli Ospitalieri, alcuni Spitali, dove venivano ricoverati gli infermi, i mendicanti ed i trovatelli.

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Geographic Distribution

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

Italia 100%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Walter Spitale

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 Spitale:

8
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

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

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 1960s.
What is the origin of the surname Spitale?
The surname Spitale originates from Italian. Entrambi siciliani, Spitale ha un ceppo a San Cono nel catanese ed uno a Gangi e Petralia Soprana nel palermitano, Spitali è specifico di Grotte nell'agrigentino, potrebbero derivare dal fatto di essere stati i capostipiti dei trovatelli affidati a Confraternite ospedaliere, in Sicilia fin dall'undicesimo secolo si costituirono, sotto l'egida degli ordini dei Cavalieri e degli Ospitalieri, alcuni Spitali, dove venivano ricoverati gli infermi, i mendicanti ed i trovatelli.
What are the origins of the name Walter Spitale?
The name Walter Spitale combines two different traditions: the first name Walter has Germanic roots, while the surname Spitale originates from Italian.
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