Hector vs Maddox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #215 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Madoc"

Origin: Welsh

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Hector Rank #381

Maddox Rank #215

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Maddox more popular?

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Maddox mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin).

Are Hector and Maddox boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Maddox is primarily a boy name.