Philip vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Philip

Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Philip Rank #522

Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #522 for Philip.

Is Philip or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Philip and Hector mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Philip and Hector boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.