Hector vs Killian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #370 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"associated with the church"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Hector Rank #381

Killian Rank #370

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Killian more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Killian mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hector and Killian boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.