Hector vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #531 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the city of Troy"

Origin: Greek

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Hector Rank #381

Troy Rank #531

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #531 for Troy.

Is Hector or Troy more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Hector and Troy mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Hector and Troy boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.