Hector vs Roy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #542 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"red (hair color)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Hector Rank #381

Roy Rank #542

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #542 for Roy.

Is Hector or Roy more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Hector and Roy mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Hector and Roy boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Roy is primarily a boy name.