Raymond vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raymond

Boy #380 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Raymond Rank #380

Hector Rank #381

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 vs #381 for Hector.

Is Raymond or Hector more popular?

Raymond is more popular, ranked #380 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Raymond and Hector mean?

Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Raymond and Hector boy or girl names?

Raymond is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.