Hector vs Theodore

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

Hector Rank #381
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #381 for Hector.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hector ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hector

Carlos Diego Marco Lucia Valentina

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hector or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hector at #381 in the United States.

What do Hector and Theodore mean?

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

Are Hector and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hector is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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