Hector vs Kylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #533 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"narrow strait"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Hector Rank #381

Kylan Rank #533

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #533 for Kylan.

Is Hector or Kylan more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Kylan at #533 in the United States.

What do Hector and Kylan mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Kylan means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Hector and Kylan boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Kylan is primarily a boy name.