Hector vs Blake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #265 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dark one, black"

Origin: Old English blaec

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Hector Rank #381

Blake Rank #265

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Blake more popular?

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Blake mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin).

Are Hector and Blake boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Blake is primarily a boy name.