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Hector
Hector is a boy’s name of Greek origin. From the original spelling “Hektor,” the title means “steadfast,” or holdfast. In Greek mythology, Hector was a hero of the Trojan War revered for his bravery and honor; it was also the name of the knight who raised King Arthur. With this mighty background to his name, Hector will be ready to take on any of life’s battles. In modern times, Hector is one of the most popular boys' names in Spanish-speaking communities. Someone who knows how to hold fast, at least when it comes to baseballs, is Héctor Sánchez, a catcher for the San Diego Padres.
Greek
Male
Meaning
Steadfast
Popularity
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Pronunciation
HEK-tor
Name Story
Traits
- Brave
- Loyal
- Resilient
- Determined
Compatibility
Hector pairs well with classic or strong sibling names like Alexander and Sophia. As a middle name, it complements shorter first names nicely. Culturally, Hector is versatile and can fit in various styles from traditional to modern.
Brave
Loyal
Resilient
Determined
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Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Hector Berlioz
Composer, Conductor
Born: December 11, 1803 · La Côte-Saint-André, France
Hector Elizondo
Actor
Born: December 22, 1936 · New York City, New York, USA
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Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Hector Original form
- Héctor Spanish
- Ettore Italian
- Hektor German
- Héktōr Greek
- Arabic
- Chinese
- Japanese
- Hebrew
- Hindi
Cultural Adaptations
- هكتور (Haktur) Arabic
- 赫克托尔 (Hēkètuōlè) Chinese
- へクトール (Hekutōru) Japanese
- הֶקטוֹר (Heqtor) Hebrew
- हेक्टर (Hektar) Hindi
Frequently Asked Questions about Hector
- What does Hector mean?
- Steadfast
- What is the origin of Hector?
- Hector has Greek origins.
- Is Hector popular?
- Hector has been viewed 137 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Hector?
- Similar names include Liam, Dakota, Kade, Olivia, Laura.
- How do you pronounce Hector?
- Hector is pronounced HEK-tor.
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