Hilary: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Cheerful and joyous, spreading happiness wherever they go.
- Origin
- Latin
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #12847
- Peak
- #733 in 1891
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Hilary Means
Hilary is a unisex name of Latin origin. Cheerful and joyous, spreading happiness wherever they go.
How Popular Hilary Is
Hilary currently ranks #12847 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #733 in 1891. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Hilary
- At its most popular, Hilary reached #733 in the U.S. in 1891.
- Hilary is a name rooted in classical Latin tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Hilary
Other Latin names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Hilary
Latin names that pair well as a brother or sister to Hilary.
Questions About Hilary
What does Hilary mean?
Hilary is a unisex name of Latin origin. Cheerful and joyous, spreading happiness wherever they go.
How popular is Hilary?
Hilary currently ranks #12847 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #733 in 1891. It has held steady.
Where does Hilary come from?
Hilary comes from Latin roots. At its most popular, Hilary reached #733 in the U.S. in 1891.
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