Hector vs Hendrix

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #296 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Hector Rank #381

Hendrix Rank #296

Hendrix is more popular, ranked #296 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Hendrix more popular?

Hendrix is more popular, ranked #296 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Hendrix mean?

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

Are Hector and Hendrix boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Hendrix is primarily a boy name.