Hector vs Sullivan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #340 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"descendant of the dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Hector Rank #381

Sullivan Rank #340

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Hector or Sullivan more popular?

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Sullivan mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hector and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.