Hector vs Ledger

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #503 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"record keeper"

Origin: Middle English

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Hector Rank #381

Ledger Rank #503

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #503 for Ledger.

Is Hector or Ledger more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Ledger at #503 in the United States.

What do Hector and Ledger mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Ledger means "record keeper" (Middle English origin).

Are Hector and Ledger boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Ledger is primarily a boy name.