Hector vs Vicente

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #638 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"conquering, victorious"

Origin: Latin (vincere)

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Hector Rank #381

Vicente Rank #638

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #638 for Vicente.

Is Hector or Vicente more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Vicente at #638 in the United States.

What do Hector and Vicente mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin). Vicente means "conquering, victorious" (Latin (vincere) origin).

Are Hector and Vicente boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Vicente is primarily a boy name.