Bryan vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bryan

Boy #306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Bryan Rank #306

Hector Rank #381

Bryan is more popular, ranked #306 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Bryan or Hector more popular?

Bryan is more popular, ranked #306 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Bryan and Hector mean?

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

Are Bryan and Hector boy or girl names?

Bryan is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.