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Cassius 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

Cassius Rank #568
Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #568 for Cassius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassius or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Cassius at #568 in the United States.

What do Cassius and Hector mean?

Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Cassius and Hector boy or girl names?

Cassius is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.

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