Water

The male first name Water represents a Middle English form of Walter. It is translated as 'the army leader' or 'the ruler of the army'.

What does the name Water mean?

Water is a Middle English derivation of the name Walter and means 'the army leader' or 'the ruler of the army'. The origins of the two-part name can be found in Old High German, where it is formed from the elements waltan, meaning 'to rule', 'to govern', or 'the ruler', and heri, which denotes 'the army', 'the war band', 'the army leader', or 'the warrior'. In colloquial English, the name is associated with 'the water'. In the Middle Ages, the name became particularly popular through the significant German-speaking poet and minstrel Walther von der Vogelweide. The original forms of the name are considered to be Walthari and Waltheri. Other variations include Valder, Valther, and Walder (Danish), Valter (Danish, Estonian, Finnish, Norwegian, and Swedish), Walther (German and Danish), Wolter (Low German), Woidda (Bavarian), Walti, Wali, and Walo (Swiss German), as well as Walt (English).

Where does the name Water come from?

The first name Water has its roots in Old High German and means 'the army leader'. It is composed of the Old High German elements waltan, meaning 'to rule' or 'the ruler', and heri, which denotes 'the army', 'the war band', 'the army leader', or 'the warrior'. The language is English.

How do you pronounce Water?

Woter

When is the name day of Water?

The name day of Water is celebrated on January 29.

Popularity

The first name Water is rather rare in many countries and does not have widespread popularity. However, the association with the English word for water might make it interesting for parents looking for a unique name.

Nicknames & pet names

Wat / Wate

Famous people

• Bridge over troubled water (song by Simon and Garfunkel)
• Waterloo (song by ABBA)