Hector vs Apollo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #415 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"strength, manly beauty"

Origin: Greek

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Hector Rank #381

Apollo Rank #415

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #415 for Apollo.

Is Hector or Apollo more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Apollo at #415 in the United States.

What do Hector and Apollo mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Hector and Apollo boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.