Hector vs Ezequiel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #339 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"God strengthens"

Origin: Hebrew

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Hector Rank #381

Ezequiel Rank #339

Ezequiel is more popular, ranked #339 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Ezequiel more popular?

Ezequiel is more popular, ranked #339 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Ezequiel mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Ezequiel means "God strengthens" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hector and Ezequiel boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Ezequiel is primarily a boy name.