Hector vs Frank

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #469 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"free man"

Origin: Germanic via Latin

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Hector Rank #381

Frank Rank #469

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #469 for Frank.

Is Hector or Frank more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Frank at #469 in the United States.

What do Hector and Frank mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Frank means "free man" (Germanic via Latin origin).

Are Hector and Frank boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Frank is primarily a boy name.