The baby name Héctor is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced {'Spanish': '/ˈek.toɾ/ (EHK-tor)', 'English': '/ˈhɛk.tər/ (HEK-ter)'}.
Héctor is Greek in Origin.
The baby name Héctor is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced {'Spanish': '/ˈek.toɾ/ (EHK-tor)', 'English': '/ˈhɛk.tər/ (HEK-ter)'}.
Héctor is Greek in Origin.
Héctor is the Spanish form of the ancient Greek name Hektor (Ἕκτωρ), derived from the verb ekhein "to hold, to possess, to restrain," yielding senses such as "steadfast one," "holder," or "defender." Its heroic resonance comes from the Trojan prince Hector in Homer's Iliad, celebrated for courage, loyalty, and protective duty, qualities that the name has culturally signified for millennia.
The name passed into Latin as Hector and spread across Europe through classical education and Renaissance humanism, seeing sustained use in the Romance world and periodic revivals in English-speaking countries from the 18th-19th centuries onward. Variants include Hektor (Greek/Slavic), Hector (English/French), Héctor (Spanish), Hèctor (Catalan), Ettore (Italian), and Heitor (Portuguese). Usage is strong across Latin America and Spain, with steady recognition worldwide thanks to literature, opera, and modern media.
| Héctor Elizondo Héctor Elizondo is an actor from the United States, best known for his role as Dr. Phillip Watters on the television series 'Chicago Hope'. He also appeared in films like 'Pretty Woman' and 'The Princess Diaries'. Born in 1936, his career spans several decades with numerous memorable performances. | Héctor Alterio Héctor Alterio is a Spanish actor best known for his roles in films like 'The Official Story' and 'The Nest'. Born in 1929, he has had a long and successful career in both Spanish and Argentine cinema, captivating audiences with his powerful performances. | Héctor Bonilla Héctor Bonilla was a Mexican actor best known for his role in the film 'Rojo Amanecer', which depicted the events of the Tlatelolco massacre. He also starred in 'El Bulto' and 'Mujeres Insumisas', showcasing his versatility and depth as an actor. Born in 1939, his contributions to Mexican cinema left a lasting impact. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HN | 0 | #20 | 3 | 704 | |
| SV | Boys | 0 | #25 | 4 | 352 |
| EE | 0 | #37 | 1 | 1,051 | |
| HN | Boys | 0 | #48 | 5 | 749 |
| PR | 0 | #49 | 7 | 1,497 | |
| PR | Boys | 0 | #99 | 90 | 2,508 |
| EC | 0 | #106 | 10 | 2,502 | |
| PA | 0 | #116 | 15 | 3,797 | |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #127 | 3,405 | 13,390 |
| CR | 0 | #149 | 10 | 5,526 | |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #154 | 5,313 | 16,355 |
| EC | Boys | 0 | #162 | 80 | 3,322 |
| UY | 0 | #163 | 15 | 2,477 | |
| PR | Girls | 0 | #167 | 1 | 3,171 |
| AR | 0 | #173 | 14 | 2,915 | |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #173 | 2,878 | 5,610 |
| UY | Boys | 0 | #175 | 434 | 5,922 |
| AR | Boys | 0 | #176 | 723 | 7,628 |
| GT | Boys | 0 | #179 | 574 | 7,625 |
| Sweden | Boys | 2021 | #182 | 2 | 1,578 |
| MX | 0 | #185 | 267 | 8,339 | |
| GT | 0 | #188 | 129 | 5,948 | |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #192 | 3,375 | 15,656 |
| CL | 0 | #197 | 277 | 6,867 | |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #197 | 436 | 9,305 |
| DK | 0 | #206 | 1 | 5,198 | |
| SI | Boys | 0 | #211 | 1 | 3,402 |
| PL | 0 | #212 | 1 | 2,600 | |
| AO | Boys | 0 | #249 | 1 | 5,568 |
| PT | 0 | #249 | 2 | 4,161 | |
| EC | Girls | 0 | #257 | 2 | 3,650 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #265 | 286 | 10,188 |
| Spain | 0 | #269 | 199 | 2,326 | |
| PE | 0 | #278 | 33 | 6,350 | |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #296 | 1,443 | 14,506 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #302 | 2 | 7,909 |
| CZ | Boys | 0 | #303 | 3 | 6,530 |
| CO | 0 | #314 | 183 | 7,768 | |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #330 | 2 | 9,639 |
| BO | 0 | #352 | 30 | 6,868 | |
| BR | 0 | #360 | 1 | 5,969 | |
| MU | Boys | 0 | #369 | 1 | 8,477 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #377 | 5 | 7,951 |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #391 | 227 | 9,244 |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #518 | 1 | 9,861 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #526 | 1 | 12,621 |
| UY | Girls | 0 | #536 | 1 | 6,731 |
| GT | Girls | 0 | #539 | 3 | 7,500 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #557 | 1 | 12,905 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #557 | 5 | 10,655 |
| LY | 0 | #559 | 1 | 12,703 | |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #565 | 1 | 10,162 |
| CR | Girls | 0 | #573 | 1 | 11,342 |
| BD | Boys | 0 | #605 | 1 | 10,045 |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #622 | 4 | 10,983 |
| AR | Girls | 0 | #627 | 4 | 8,289 |
| BO | Girls | 0 | #650 | 2 | 9,488 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #734 | 18 | 12,213 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #739 | 1 | 17,960 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #842 | 10 | 14,098 |
| TN | 0 | #865 | 1 | 13,765 | |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #915 | 4 | 17,948 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #934 | 10 | 14,861 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #943 | 10 | 5,697 |
| Spain | Girls | 0 | #971 | 13 | 5,561 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,055 | 24 | 16,140 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,143 | 1 | 22,615 |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,146 | 38 | 17,781 |
| DZ | 0 | #1,229 | 6 | 20,130 | |
| TR | 0 | #1,254 | 1 | 19,440 | |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #1,438 | 34 | 10,046 |
Héctor is popular in 42 countries — most recent births per country:
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