Hector vs Enrique

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #546 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Hector Rank #381

Enrique Rank #546

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #546 for Enrique.

Is Hector or Enrique more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Enrique at #546 in the United States.

What do Hector and Enrique mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Enrique means "home ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Hector and Enrique boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Enrique is primarily a boy name.