Hector: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A steadfast defender holding firm in battle.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #364
- Peak
- #156 in 1990
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Hector Means
Hector is a boy name of English origin. A steadfast defender holding firm in battle.
How Popular Hector Is
Hector currently ranks #364 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #156 in 1990. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Hector
- Hector peaked at #156 in the U.S. in 1990.
- Hector is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It draws from ancient mythology and legend.
Names Like Hector
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Sibling Names for Hector
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Questions About Hector
What does Hector mean?
Hector is a boy name of English origin. A steadfast defender holding firm in battle.
How popular is Hector?
Hector currently ranks #364 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #156 in 1990. It has held steady.
Where does Hector come from?
Hector comes from English roots. Hector peaked at #156 in the U.S. in 1990.
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