Hector vs Bruce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

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Hector Rank #381

Bruce Rank #540

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #540 for Bruce.

Is Hector or Bruce more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Bruce at #540 in the United States.

What do Hector and Bruce mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin).

Are Hector and Bruce boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Bruce is primarily a boy name.