Héctor
BoyMeaning of Héctor
Original meaning (Spanish)
El que sostiene, defensor firme. Del griego Héktōr, de ékhein (sostener, retener). Héroe troyano de la Ilíada.
Héctor is a boy name of origin greek with a popularity score of 72/100, making it popular in current usage. It is a 2 syllables name, short and easy to pronounce
Origin and History
Héctor is a name of greek origin. Del griego Héktōr, de ékhein (sostener, retener). Héroe troyano de la Ilíada.
Names of greek origin have a rich historical and cultural tradition. The name Héctor has been used throughout the centuries and has adapted to different cultures and languages, giving rise to variants such as Hector, Ettore, Heitor.
Popularity of Héctor
Famous people named Héctor
- Héctor de Troya, héroe mitológico
- Héctor Lavoe, cantante puertorriqueño de salsa
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Frequently Asked Questions Héctor
What does the name Héctor mean?
El que sostiene, defensor firme. Del griego Héktōr, de ékhein (sostener, retener). Héroe troyano de la Ilíada.
What is the origin of Héctor?
The name Héctor is of greek origin. El que sostiene, defensor firme. Del griego Héktōr, de ékhein (sostener, retener).
When is the name day of Héctor?
The name day of Héctor is celebrated on June 20. This day commemorates people who bear this name according to the liturgical calendar.
What names are similar to Héctor?
Some names related to Héctor are: Alejandro, Arturo, León. There are also variants in other languages such as Hector, Ettore, Heitor.