Hektoras
Greek · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Hektoras
Hektoras means "holding fast" or "steadfast," derived from the Greek name Hector (Ἕκτωρ), composed of the root *sek- meaning "to hold" or "possess." The name is primarily used in Greek-speaking cultures and Orthodox Christian communities, with historical significance dating back to Homer's Iliad where Hector was the greatest Trojan warrior.
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Etymology
Hektoras means "holding fast" or "steadfast," derived from the Greek name Hector (Ἕκτωρ), composed of the root *sek- meaning "to hold" or "possess." The name is primarily used in Greek-speaking cultures and Orthodox Christian communities, with historical significance dating back to Homer's Iliad where Hector was the greatest Trojan warrior.
Hektoras currently ranks #4,790 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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