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Andres vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Andres Rank #197
Hector Rank #381

Andres is more popular, ranked #197 vs #381 for Hector.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andres or Hector more popular?

Andres is more popular, ranked #197 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Andres and Hector mean?

Andres means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Andres and Hector boy or girl names?

Andres is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.

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