Walter Tullis

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Walter Tullis — army ruler
599K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Walter Tullis 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 Tullis: Bobby Tullis (born 1950/51), American politician Dan Tullis Jr. (born 1951), American actor Edward Lewis Tullis (1917–2005), American Bishop of the United Methodist Church Florence Tullis (1936–2006), American mother of Rocky Dennis Floyd LaMond Tullis (born 1935), American professor of political science Garner Handy Tullis (1939–2019), American artist Jan Tullis (1943–2024), American structural geologist Jillian A. 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: Tullis

English

Bobby Tullis (born 1950/51), American politician Dan Tullis Jr. (born 1951), American actor Edward Lewis Tullis (1917–2005), American Bishop of the United Methodist Church Florence Tullis (1936–2006), American mother of Rocky Dennis Floyd LaMond Tullis (born 1935), American professor of political science Garner Handy Tullis (1939–2019), American artist Jan Tullis (1943–2024), American structural geologist Jillian A.

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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 Tullis

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 Tullis:

1
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Tullis?
The surname Tullis originates from English. Bobby Tullis (born 1950/51), American politician Dan Tullis Jr. (born 1951), American actor Edward Lewis Tullis (1917–2005), American Bishop of the United Methodist Church Florence Tullis (1936–2006), American mother of Rocky Dennis Floyd LaMond Tullis (born 1935), American professor of political science Garner Handy Tullis (1939–2019), American artist Jan Tullis (1943–2024), American structural geologist Jillian A.
What are the origins of the name Walter Tullis?
The name Walter Tullis combines two different traditions: the first name Walter has Germanic roots, while the surname Tullis originates from English.
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