Cathyrn 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
Nicknames
Hec

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cathyrn Rank #19,424
Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #19424 for Cathyrn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cathyrn ___

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Hector ___

  • Hector James
  • Hector Luis
  • Hector Miguel
  • Hector Ramon
  • Hector Antonio
  • Hector Eduardo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cathyrn or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Cathyrn at #19424 in the United States.

What do Cathyrn and Hector mean?

Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Cathyrn and Hector boy or girl names?

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

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