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Hector vs Sergio

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Spanish Latin American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#381
Total SSA Count
858
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Sergio

Boy #402 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"servant, shepherd"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Portuguese Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#402
Total SSA Count
799
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hector Rank #381
Sergio Rank #402

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #402 for Sergio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hector or Sergio more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Sergio at #402 in the United States.

What do Hector and Sergio mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Sergio means "servant, shepherd" (Latin origin).

Are Hector and Sergio boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Sergio is primarily a boy name.

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