Hector vs Aidan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #312 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Hector Rank #381

Aidan Rank #312

Aidan is more popular, ranked #312 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Aidan more popular?

Aidan is more popular, ranked #312 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Aidan mean?

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

Are Hector and Aidan boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Aidan is primarily a boy name.