Lawrence vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawrence

Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Lawrence Rank #510

Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #510 for Lawrence.

Is Lawrence or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Lawrence at #510 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Hector mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Lawrence and Hector boy or girl names?

Lawrence is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.