Hector vs Rome

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #454 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from Rome, the Eternal City"

Origin: Latin

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Hector Rank #381

Rome Rank #454

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #454 for Rome.

Is Hector or Rome more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Rome at #454 in the United States.

What do Hector and Rome mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Rome means "from Rome, the Eternal City" (Latin origin).

Are Hector and Rome boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Rome is primarily a boy name.