In the U.S. in 2015, it ranked 3,962 in baby name popularity for boys with 26 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name. In contrast, the year before it ranked 3,888 in baby name popularity for boys with 26 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.
There are nearly two-dozen different types of Walnut trees in the world, though most are native to the United States. Among the most popular are: 1  Black Walnut: The tallest of all Walnut trees, the Black Walnut can grow as high as 100 feet. 2  The tree's fruit grows in clusters and falls in autumn. 3  The Black Walnut's shell is unique in that it contains a dark brown dye that will stain any item it comes in contact with.
Almost all (99%) of U.S. walnut growers are located in California. Approximately 4,000 California walnut growers produce over 600,000 short tons of walnuts annually. Over 180,000 acres in the state are currently planted in walnut trees. Walnut growers typically plant trees from twenty-five to thirty-five feet apart.