Hero vs Maceo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hero

Boy #2,338 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender, protector, warrior"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #2,163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew via Italian

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Hero Rank #2,338

Maceo Rank #2,163

Maceo is more popular, ranked #2163 vs #2338 for Hero.

Is Hero or Maceo more popular?

Maceo is more popular, ranked #2163 compared to Hero at #2338 in the United States.

What do Hero and Maceo mean?

Hero means "defender, protector, warrior" (Greek origin). Maceo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin).

Are Hero and Maceo boy or girl names?

Hero is primarily a boy name. Maceo is primarily a boy name.