Heitor: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Heitor · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Heitor: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«He who holds firm»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Greek
Popularity
98 out of 100
Where Heitor is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro Civil#5
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About the Name Heitor
Heitor is a boy's name with Greek roots, traditionally understood to mean "He who holds firm." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Heitor, Heitor runs to 2 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Heitor is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Heitor is a very popular choice, scoring 98 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as .
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FAQ
What does the name Heitor mean?+
The name Heitor means "He who holds firm".
What is the origin of the name Heitor?+
Heitor is a name of Greek origin.
Is Heitor a girl or boy name?+
Heitor is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Heitor?+
Heitor is pronounced Heitor (2 syllables).
Is Heitor a popular name?+
Heitor is a very popular choice, scoring 98 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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