Avery vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Avery Rank #259

Hector Rank #381

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Avery or Hector more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Avery and Hector mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Avery and Hector boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.