Hector vs Otto

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #274 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealth, fortune, prosperity"

Origin: Old High German

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Hector Rank #381

Otto Rank #274

Otto is more popular, ranked #274 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Otto more popular?

Otto is more popular, ranked #274 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Otto mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin).

Are Hector and Otto boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Otto is primarily a boy name.