Hector vs Maxwell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Mack's spring, great stream"

Origin: Scottish

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Hector Rank #381

Maxwell Rank #182

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Maxwell more popular?

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Maxwell mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Hector and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.