Alexis vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Spanish Latin American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#381
Total SSA Count
858
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #485 for Alexis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Alexis at #485 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Hector mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Alexis and Hector boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.

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