BoyHebrew origin

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)

1918: #445119181930: #342919301960: #382719601970: #315019701980: #277019801990: #310519902000: #382820002005: #386120052010: #415420102015: #401520152020: #35722020#1#4451

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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