Lucca vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hector

Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Spanish Latin American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#381
Total SSA Count
858
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lucca Rank #526
Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #526 for Lucca.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucca or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Lucca at #526 in the United States.

What do Lucca and Hector mean?

Lucca means "bringer of light" (Latin origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Lucca and Hector boy or girl names?

Lucca is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.

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