Hector vs Cassius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #568 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"hollow, empty"

Origin: Latin

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Hector Rank #381

Cassius Rank #568

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #568 for Cassius.

Is Hector or Cassius more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Cassius at #568 in the United States.

What do Hector and Cassius mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin).

Are Hector and Cassius boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Cassius is primarily a boy name.