Hector vs Liem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

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Hector Rank #381

Liem Rank #5,715

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #5715 for Liem.

Is Hector or Liem more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Hector and Liem mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Hector and Liem boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.