Hector vs Jeffrey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #521 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"pledge of peace"

Origin: Germanic

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Hector Rank #381

Jeffrey Rank #521

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #521 for Jeffrey.

Is Hector or Jeffrey more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Jeffrey at #521 in the United States.

What do Hector and Jeffrey mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Jeffrey means "pledge of peace" (Germanic origin).

Are Hector and Jeffrey boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Jeffrey is primarily a boy name.