Hector vs Ashton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ash tree town"

Origin: Old English

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Hector Rank #381

Ashton Rank #188

Ashton is more popular, ranked #188 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Ashton more popular?

Ashton is more popular, ranked #188 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Ashton mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Ashton means "ash tree town" (Old English origin).

Are Hector and Ashton boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Ashton is primarily a boy name.