Hector vs Ares

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #295 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bane, destruction (war god)"

Origin: Greek

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Hector Rank #381

Ares Rank #295

Ares is more popular, ranked #295 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Ares more popular?

Ares is more popular, ranked #295 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Ares mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Ares means "bane, destruction (war god)" (Greek origin).

Are Hector and Ares boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Ares is primarily a boy name.