Boy
Hector
holding fast
About Hector
Few names carry the weight of heroic tradition quite like Hector, evoking images of courage, loyalty, and honor. This name has weathered centuries while maintaining its robust, masculine character that never goes out of style. Hector possesses a gravitas that commands respect in any context, from the soccer field to the science laboratory. The name's strong consonants and classical roots give it an undeniable presence that helps a boy develop confidence in his identity. It transcends cultural boundaries beautifully, recognized and respected across numerous countries and languages. Parents selecting Hector often value strength of character and wish to instill a sense of pride and responsibility in their son. The name carries well from infancy through adulthood, never sounding too childish or too severe. It's a choice that honors tradition while remaining thoroughly relevant in modern times.
Popularity of the Name Hector
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #473 | ||||
| 1881 | #819 | ||||
| 1882 | #883 | ||||
| 1883 | #615 | ||||
| 1884 | #586 | ||||
| 1885 | #669 | ||||
| 1886 | #898 | ||||
| 1887 | #786 | ||||
| 1888 | #453 | ||||
| 1889 | #840 | ||||
| 1890 | #937 | ||||
| 1891 | #509 | ||||
| 1892 | #531 | ||||
| 1893 | #957 | ||||
| 1894 | #814 | ||||
| 1895 | #926 | ||||
| 1896 | #655 | ||||
| 1897 | #564 | ||||
| 1898 | #716 | ||||
| 1899 | #595 | ||||
| 1900 | #567 | #32 | |||
| 1903 | #712 | #39 | |||
| 1904 | #548 | #42 | |||
| 1905 | #723 | #44 | |||
| 1906 | #729 | #52 | |||
| 1907 | #646 | #45 | |||
| 1908 | #696 | #61 | |||
| 1909 | #643 | #56 | |||
| 1910 | #718 | #58 | |||
| 1911 | #500 | #56 | |||
| 1912 | #565 | #58 | |||
| 1913 | #622 | #74 | |||
| 1914 | #669 | #55 | |||
| 1915 | #536 | #68 | |||
| 1916 | #612 | #72 | |||
| 1917 | #646 | #62 | |||
| 1918 | #648 | #78 | |||
| 1919 | #582 | #75 | |||
| 1920 | #573 | #81 | |||
| 1921 | #551 | #79 | |||
| 1922 | #578 | #103 | |||
| 1923 | #549 | #85 | |||
| 1924 | #536 | #107 | |||
| 1925 | #523 | #113 | |||
| 1926 | #501 | #99 | |||
| 1927 | #453 | #114 | |||
| 1928 | #439 | #115 | |||
| 1929 | #426 | #109 | |||
| 1930 | #420 | #148 | |||
| 1931 | #408 | #146 | |||
| 1932 | #426 | #144 | |||
| 1933 | #387 | #143 | |||
| 1934 | #411 | #146 | |||
| 1935 | #420 | ||||
| 1936 | #435 | ||||
| 1937 | #449 | ||||
| 1938 | #421 | #146 | |||
| 1939 | #434 | #162 | |||
| 1940 | #422 | #164 | |||
| 1941 | #436 | ||||
| 1942 | #445 | ||||
| 1943 | #396 | #174 | |||
| 1944 | #388 | ||||
| 1945 | #374 | ||||
| 1946 | #376 | #192 | |||
| 1947 | #378 | #168 | |||
| 1948 | #326 | #194 | |||
| 1949 | #313 | ||||
| 1950 | #315 | ||||
| 1951 | #280 | ||||
| 1952 | #283 | ||||
| 1953 | #279 | ||||
| 1954 | #277 | ||||
| 1955 | #247 | ||||
| 1956 | #256 | ||||
| 1957 | #264 | ||||
| 1958 | #268 | ||||
| 1959 | #265 | ||||
| 1960 | #271 | ||||
| 1961 | #261 | ||||
| 1962 | #254 | ||||
| 1963 | #248 | ||||
| 1964 | #250 | ||||
| 1965 | #235 | ||||
| 1966 | #231 | ||||
| 1967 | #233 | ||||
| 1968 | #220 | ||||
| 1969 | #215 | ||||
| 1970 | #220 | ||||
| 1971 | #204 | ||||
| 1972 | #204 | ||||
| 1973 | #190 | ||||
| 1974 | #185 | ||||
| 1975 | #182 | ||||
| 1976 | #180 | ||||
| 1977 | #199 | ||||
| 1978 | #191 | ||||
| 1979 | #167 | ||||
| 1980 | #169 | ||||
| 1981 | #177 | ||||
| 1982 | #172 | ||||
| 1983 | #184 | ||||
| 1984 | #185 | ||||
| 1985 | #178 | ||||
| 1986 | #181 | ||||
| 1987 | #172 | ||||
| 1988 | #170 | ||||
| 1989 | #167 | ||||
| 1990 | #156 | ||||
| 1991 | #158 | ||||
| 1992 | #156 | #768 | |||
| 1993 | #158 | ||||
| 1994 | #161 | ||||
| 1995 | #175 | #881 | |||
| 1996 | #172 | #812 | |||
| 1997 | #179 | #533 | |||
| 1998 | #185 | #426 | #991 | ||
| 1999 | #183 | #514 | |||
| 2000 | #185 | #520 | |||
| 2001 | #193 | #426 | #916 | ||
| 2002 | #195 | #405 | |||
| 2003 | #189 | #494 | |||
| 2004 | #192 | #447 | |||
| 2005 | #167 | #490 | |||
| 2006 | #175 | #429 | |||
| 2007 | #183 | #507 | #990 | ||
| 2008 | #182 | #466 | |||
| 2009 | #204 | #370 | #560 | #748 | |
| 2010 | #226 | #382 | #660 | #931 | |
| 2011 | #248 | #328 | #812 | #965 | |
| 2012 | #267 | #327 | |||
| 2013 | #277 | #308 | #784 | #896 | |
| 2014 | #292 | #284 | #682 | ||
| 2015 | #303 | #322 | #714 | ||
| 2016 | #319 | #269 | #819 | ||
| 2017 | #318 | #299 | #515 | #553 | |
| 2018 | #331 | #268 | #766 | #439 | |
| 2019 | #341 | #280 | #566 | ||
| 2020 | #365 | #282 | #463 | ||
| 2021 | #361 | #262 | #646 | #491 | |
| 2022 | #355 | #309 | #442 | ||
| 2023 | #385 | #308 | #461 | #578 | #563 |
| 2024 | #379 | #310 | #702 | ||
| 2025 | #409 | #293 | #596 | ||
| 1901 | #31 | ||||
| 1902 | #27 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Hector
Names Similar to Hector
Nicknames for Hector
- Hec
- Heck
- Tor
- H
Famous People Named Hector
| Hector Berlioz | French composer |
| Hector Camacho | Puerto Rican boxer |
| Hector Elizondo | American actor |
| Hector Lavoe | Puerto Rican singer |
| Hector Lombard | Cuban-Australian mixed martial artist |
| Hector Malot | French writer |
| Hector Moreno | Mexican footballer |
| Hector Pieterson | South African student and activist |
| Hector Ruiz | American businessman |
| Hector Sants | British banker |
| Hector Bellerin | Spanish footballer |
| Hector Cuper | Argentine football coach |
| Hector Guimard | French architect |
| Hector Babenco | Brazilian filmmaker |
Characters Named Hector
| Hector Salamanca | fictional character from Breaking Bad |
| Hector Zeroni | fictional character from Holes |
| Hector Hammond | fictional character from DC Comics |
| Hector the Dog | cartoon character from Looney Tunes |
| Hector J. Hoot | fictional character from Little Bear |