Ariel vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ariel

Boy #512 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"lion of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Ariel Rank #512

Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #512 for Ariel.

Is Ariel or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Ariel at #512 in the United States.

What do Ariel and Hector mean?

Ariel means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Ariel and Hector boy or girl names?

Ariel is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.