Hector vs Damien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

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Hector Rank #381

Damien Rank #345

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Damien more popular?

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Damien mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Hector and Damien boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.