Eden 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

Popularity Comparison

Eden Rank #468
Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #468 for Eden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eden or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Eden at #468 in the United States.

What do Eden and Hector mean?

Eden means "delight, luxury" (Hebrew origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Eden and Hector boy or girl names?

Eden is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.

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