Hec
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Start comparing →Historical Record
Hec first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 5 babies have been named Hec in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hec is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,998 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,998
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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"raven, crow"
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French origin
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"champion, lord"
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Modern English origin
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Hebrew via Irish origin
"God is gracious"
#39,878 in US
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About the Name Hec
Hec is a boy name .
Hec is currently ranked #39,998 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Hec include Hector . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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