Hector
Male name · ★ Classic
39,265
Total Births
2005
Peak Year
#384
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Hector
Hector is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 39,265 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 194 births |
| 1890s | 230 births |
| 1900s | 254 births |
| 1910s | 468 births |
| 1920s | 706 births |
| 1930s | 811 births |
| 1940s | 1,177 births |
| 1950s | 2,863 births |
| 1960s | 3,802 births |
| 1970s | 4,833 births |
| 1980s | 5,877 births |
| 1990s | 7,563 births |
| 2000s | 7,582 births |
| 2010s | 2,204 births |
| 2020s | 701 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Hector?
Hector has been given to 39,265 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2005 with 942 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #384.
Is Hector a boy or girl name?
Hector is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Hector most popular?
Hector was most popular in 2005, when 942 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Hector?
Hector first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).