Hector vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

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Hector Rank #381

King Rank #343

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or King more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and King mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Hector and King boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.