Hector vs Colter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #218 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"colt herder, horse keeper"

Origin: Middle English

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Hector Rank #381

Colter Rank #218

Colter is more popular, ranked #218 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Colter more popular?

Colter is more popular, ranked #218 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Colter mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Colter means "colt herder, horse keeper" (Middle English origin).

Are Hector and Colter boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Colter is primarily a boy name.