Lydia vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lydia

Girl #97 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beautiful one, noble"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Lydia Rank #97

Hector Rank #381

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Lydia or Hector more popular?

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Lydia and Hector mean?

Lydia means "beautiful one, noble" (Greek origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Lydia and Hector boy or girl names?

Lydia is primarily a girl name. Hector is primarily a boy name.