Hillel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Greatly praised, a scholarly name of joyful wisdom and light.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #3572
- Peak
- #2316 in 1957
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Hillel Means
Hillel is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Greatly praised, a scholarly name of joyful wisdom and light.
How Popular Hillel Is
Hillel currently ranks #3572 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2316 in 1957. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Hillel
- Hillel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Hillel is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Hillel
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Hillel
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Hillel.
Questions About Hillel
What does Hillel mean?
Hillel is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Greatly praised, a scholarly name of joyful wisdom and light.
How popular is Hillel?
Hillel currently ranks #3572 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2316 in 1957. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Hillel come from?
Hillel comes from Hebrew roots. Hillel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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