Hector vs Callahan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #364 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"lover of churches"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Hector Rank #381

Callahan Rank #364

Callahan is more popular, ranked #364 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Callahan more popular?

Callahan is more popular, ranked #364 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Callahan mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Callahan means "lover of churches" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hector and Callahan boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Callahan is primarily a boy name.