Hector
HEK-ter
Popularity
#380
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
108,418
Peak Year
#2,458 in 2005
First Recorded
1880
Style
Mythological, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Derived from the Greek name Hektor, which means "holding fast" or "steadfast". In Greek mythology, Hector was a Trojan prince and hero.
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Famous Namesakes
Hector Elizondo
American character actor.
Hector Berlioz
French Romantic composer.
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