Boys name · New York
Hector in New York
Hector was the 728th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 20 babies named Hector that year. Since 1911, New York families have named 11,613 babies Hector.
Popularity over time
Hector in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 | 340th |
| 1928 | 15 | 353rd |
| 1944 | 23 | 275th |
| 1960 | 233 | 118th |
| 1977 | 183 | 92nd |
| 1993 | 155 | 138th |
| 2009 | 88 | 220th |
| 2025 | 20 | 728th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 340th in 1911 to 728th in 2025.
The most babies named Hector in New York in a single year was 302, in 1971. Its best showing was 71st among boys names in 1971.
Across the country, Hector reached its best rank of 34th in Arizona (1931). See Hector in every state →
How popular is Hector in New York?
Hector was the 728th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 20 babies named Hector that year. Since 1911, New York families have named 11,613 babies Hector.
How many babies are named Hector in New York?
In 2025, 20 babies were named Hector in New York. The most babies named Hector in New York in a single year was 302, in 1971.
What is the rank of Hector in New York?
Hector ranked 728th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 71st among boys names in 1971.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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