Alden vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alden

Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Alden Rank #577

Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Alden or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Hector mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Alden and Hector boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.