Hector vs Ariel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #512 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"lion of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Hector Rank #381

Ariel Rank #512

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #512 for Ariel.

Is Hector or Ariel more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Ariel at #512 in the United States.

What do Hector and Ariel mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Ariel means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hector and Ariel boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Ariel is primarily a boy name.