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The name Hector is of Greek, Spanish, Scottish origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Christianity religion. Numerologically, Hector is often linked to the number 6.
Hector Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Hector mean? What is the meaning of the name Hector
Meaning of Hector: Name Hector in the Greek, Spanish, Scottish origin, means Tenacious. Name Hector is of Greek, Spanish, Scottish origin and is a Boy name. People with name Hector are usually Christianity by religion.
Name
Hector
Meaning
Tenacious
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 6 characters
Spell
H-E-C-T-O-R
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
6
Indian Vedic Numerology
10
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Famous people with name Hector (Namesakes)
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- Hex Hector
Hex Hector (born Héctor Ortiz on April 15, 1965), is an American music producer and remixer.
- Kevin Hector
Kevin James Hector (born 2 November 1944 in Leeds) is an English former footballer who scored 268 goals from 662 appearances in the Football League playing for Bradford Park Avenue and Derby County.
- Jamie Hector
Jamie Hector (born October 7, 1975 in Brooklyn, New York) is an American actor of Haitian descent who is known for his portrayal of drug kingpin Marlo Stanfield on the HBO drama series The Wire and as Detective Jerry Edgar in the drama series Bosch.
- Sara Hector
Sara Maria Hector (born 4 September 1992) is a Swedish World Cup alpine ski racer.
- Hector Balderas
Hector Hugo Balderas Jr. (born August 16, 1973) is an American lawyer and former prosecutor who has been the Attorney General of New Mexico since 2015.
- Michael Hector
Michael Anthony James Hector (born 19 July 1992) is a professional footballer who plays as a centre back for Championship club Fulham.
- Jonas Hector
Jonas Armin Hector (German pronunciation: [ˈjoːnas ˈhɛktoːɐ̯]; born 27 May 1990) is a German professional footballer who plays as a left back for 1.
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Hector - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Pushya Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Hector is Pushya. The Nakshatra Pushya of the name Hector is connected to the deity Brihaspati (Teacher of Gods), and is ruled by the Saturn. The symbol for Hector is Cow's udder, and it is characterized by Nourishment, Support. This name is connected to the element Water and embodies the Nurturing, Wise.| name | Pushya |
|---|---|
| Deity | Brihaspati (Teacher of Gods) |
| Ruling Planet | Saturn |
| Symbol | Cow's udder |
| Primary Quality | Nourishment, Support |
| Element | Water |
| Nature | Nurturing, Wise |
Numerology of Hector
Numerology for Hector - Number 6 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Hector Numerology: Name Hector has a number value of 6 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 6 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 10 |
| Motivation Number | 11 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 33 |
| Inner Dream Number | 22 |
| Soul Urge Number | 11 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 11 |
| Personality Number | 22 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Hector
Syllables in Hector Name
How many syllables in baby name Hector? Hector has 2 syllables. The name "Hector" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Hector? | 2 (hec - tor) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 6 |
| Unique letters: | 6 (h, e, c, t, o, r) |
| Hector backwards: | rotceh |
| Hector sorted alphabetically: | cehort |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | H-E-C-T-O-R |
| Pronunciation |
Name Hector is combinations of, 1 occurance of H, 1 occurance of E, 1 occurance of C, 1 occurance of T, 1 occurance of O, 1 occurance of R.
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Birthday Wishes for Hector
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Hector
Hector's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Hector on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Hector! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Hector, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Hector! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Hector
What is the meaning of Hector?
Name Hector means Tenacious as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Hector Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Hector?
Name Hector has numerology 10 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Hector?
Numerology number of Hector is 10 (Vedic) and 6 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Hector?
The lucky number of name Hector is 10 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Hector name?
The name Hector has 6 letters. The name Hector consists of 1 word with 6 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Hector?
Name Hector belongs to Pushya nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Hector come from?
Hector is a Greek, Spanish, Scottish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Hector?
The name Hector is of Greek, Spanish, Scottish origin and is used within Christianity communities.
What does Hector mean?
Name Hector means Tenacious as per The ParentZ
What does the name Hector mean?
Hector is of Greek, Spanish, Scottish origin and means Tenacious as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Hector?
Hector means Tenacious and is a Greek, Spanish, Scottish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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What is the length of Hector name?
The name Hector consists of 6 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Hector! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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