Hector vs Miller

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #439 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who mills grain"

Origin: Old English (mylenweard)

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Hector Rank #381

Miller Rank #439

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #439 for Miller.

Is Hector or Miller more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Miller at #439 in the United States.

What do Hector and Miller mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Miller means "one who mills grain" (Old English (mylenweard) origin).

Are Hector and Miller boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Miller is primarily a boy name.