Hector vs Forrest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #408 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller near the woods"

Origin: Old French

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Hector Rank #381

Forrest Rank #408

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #408 for Forrest.

Is Hector or Forrest more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Forrest at #408 in the United States.

What do Hector and Forrest mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin).

Are Hector and Forrest boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Forrest is primarily a boy name.