Hector vs Bradley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

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Hector Rank #381

Bradley Rank #365

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Bradley more popular?

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Bradley mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin).

Are Hector and Bradley boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Bradley is primarily a boy name.