Hector Delgado

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Hector Delgado — Greek
141K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Hector Delgado is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Hector is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Hector () is an English, French, Scottish, and Spanish given name. The name is derived from the name of Hektor, a legendary Trojan champion who was killed by the Greek Achilles. The name Hektor is probably derived from the Greek ékhein, meaning "to have", "to hold", "to check", "restrain". In Scotland, the name Hector is sometimes an anglicised form of the Scottish Gaelic Eachann, and the pet form Heckie is sometimes used. The name of Sir Ector, the foster father of King Arthur, is also a variant of the same. The surname Delgado: Adrián Delgado, Venezuelan actor Agustín Delgado (born 1974), Ecuadorian footballer Aidan Delgado, American conscientious objector and anti-war activist Alberto Delgado Pérez, Cuban footballer Alberto Delgado (jockey), American jockey Alex Delgado, Venezuelan baseball player Álvaro Delgado (footballer) (born 1995), Chilean footballer Álvaro Delgado (journalist) (born 1966), Mexican investigative journalist and author Álvaro Delgado (politician) (born 1969), Uruguayan politician and veterinarian Ángel Delgado (born 1994), Dominican Republic basketball player Anita Delgado, Spanish flamenco danc. Hector is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 141K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Hector reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Hector

Greek

Hector () is an English, French, Scottish, and Spanish given name. The name is derived from the name of Hektor, a legendary Trojan champion who was killed by the Greek Achilles. The name Hektor is probably derived from the Greek ékhein, meaning "to have", "to hold", "to check", "restrain". In Scotland, the name Hector is sometimes an anglicised form of the Scottish Gaelic Eachann, and the pet form Heckie is sometimes used. The name of Sir Ector, the foster father of King Arthur, is also a variant of the same.

Surname: Delgado

Spanish

Adrián Delgado, Venezuelan actor Agustín Delgado (born 1974), Ecuadorian footballer Aidan Delgado, American conscientious objector and anti-war activist Alberto Delgado Pérez, Cuban footballer Alberto Delgado (jockey), American jockey Alex Delgado, Venezuelan baseball player Álvaro Delgado (footballer) (born 1995), Chilean footballer Álvaro Delgado (journalist) (born 1966), Mexican investigative journalist and author Álvaro Delgado (politician) (born 1969), Uruguayan politician and veterinarian Ángel Delgado (born 1994), Dominican Republic basketball player Anita Delgado, Spanish flamenco danc.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Hector is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Hector by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Hector Delgado

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Hector Delgado:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Hector?
The first name Hector originates from Greek. Hector () is an English, French, Scottish, and Spanish given name. The name is derived from the name of Hektor, a legendary Trojan champion who was killed by the Greek Achilles. The name Hektor is probably derived from the Greek ékhein, meaning "to have", "to hold", "to check", "restrain". In Scotland, the name Hector is sometimes an anglicised form of the Scottish Gaelic Eachann, and the pet form Heckie is sometimes used. The name of Sir Ector, the foster father of King Arthur, is also a variant of the same.
When was Hector most popular?
The name Hector reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Delgado?
The surname Delgado originates from Spanish. Adrián Delgado, Venezuelan actor Agustín Delgado (born 1974), Ecuadorian footballer Aidan Delgado, American conscientious objector and anti-war activist Alberto Delgado Pérez, Cuban footballer Alberto Delgado (jockey), American jockey Alex Delgado, Venezuelan baseball player Álvaro Delgado (footballer) (born 1995), Chilean footballer Álvaro Delgado (journalist) (born 1966), Mexican investigative journalist and author Álvaro Delgado (politician) (born 1969), Uruguayan politician and veterinarian Ángel Delgado (born 1994), Dominican Republic basketball player Anita Delgado, Spanish flamenco danc.
What are the origins of the name Hector Delgado?
The name Hector Delgado combines two different traditions: the first name Hector has Greek roots, while the surname Delgado originates from Spanish.
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