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Avigdor vs Nestor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avigdor

Boy #5,216 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"father of the flock, guardian of the people"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Israeli Hebrew Eastern European Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,216
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Avigdor Rank #5,216
Nestor Rank #1,712

Nestor is more popular, ranked #1712 vs #5216 for Avigdor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avigdor or Nestor more popular?

Nestor is more popular, ranked #1712 compared to Avigdor at #5216 in the United States.

What do Avigdor and Nestor mean?

Avigdor means "father of the flock, guardian of the people" (Hebrew origin). Nestor means "traveler, one who returns home" (Greek origin).

Are Avigdor and Nestor boy or girl names?

Avigdor is primarily a boy name. Nestor is primarily a boy name.

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