Hector Name Meaning & Origin
/HEK-tor/Hector is likely a name of Spanish origin.
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Name Origin
The name Hector originates from Greek mythology, where Hector was a Trojan prince and a hero in the Trojan War. The name spread through Latin and Romance languages, especially in Spanish and French-speaking regions.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Spanish (Hispanic) 50% -
French (Caucasian) 30% -
English (Caucasian) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Hector
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 779 boys in the US were named Hector.
Growth of the name Hector in the US (SSA Data):
Hector Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.