Hector vs Nestor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #1,712 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"traveler, one who returns home"

Origin: Greek

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Hector Rank #381

Nestor Rank #1,712

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #1712 for Nestor.

Is Hector or Nestor more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Nestor at #1712 in the United States.

What do Hector and Nestor mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Nestor means "traveler, one who returns home" (Greek origin).

Are Hector and Nestor boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Nestor is primarily a boy name.