Hector vs Preston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #330 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"priest's town, priestly settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Hector Rank #381

Preston Rank #330

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Preston more popular?

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Preston mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Preston means "priest's town, priestly settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Hector and Preston boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Preston is primarily a boy name.