Devonna 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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Devonna Rank #19,365
Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #19365 for Devonna.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Devonna ___

No pairings available yet.

Hector ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Hector

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devonna or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Devonna at #19365 in the United States.

What do Devonna and Hector mean?

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

Are Devonna and Hector boy or girl names?

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

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