Hektor
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Hektor first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 101 babies have been named Hektor in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hektor is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,978 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,978
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Hektor
Hektor is a boy name .
Hektor is currently ranked #28,978 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hektor include Hek, Hekt, Hekty, Hektie, Hey, Heie, and Hekkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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