Enrique vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Enrique

Boy #546 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Enrique Rank #546

Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #546 for Enrique.

Is Enrique or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Enrique at #546 in the United States.

What do Enrique and Hector mean?

Enrique means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Enrique and Hector boy or girl names?

Enrique is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.