Hilarie Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: hi-LAIR-ee //hɪˈlɛəri//
Origin: Latin; English
Meaning: Latin: cheerful; English: derived from Hilarious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hilarie is derived from the Latin word "hilaris," which means "cheerful" or "joyful." This Latin term has its roots in the Proto-Indo-European word "*ḱel-", which conveys the sense of brightness or happiness. The transition of the name into English occurred through Old French, where the form "Hilaire" was used, particularly in reference to Saint Hilaire of Poitiers, a prominent bishop and theologian in the 4th century.
His influence helped to popularize the name in medieval Europe, particularly in regions where Christianity was establishing its foothold. Hilarie, as a variant of Hilaire, began to appear in English-speaking contexts in the late Middle Ages.
The name gained further recognition through various saints and religious figures, notably Saint Hilarion, a 4th-century hermit and founder of monasticism in Palestine. The name's association with joy and cheerfulness made it appealing in various cultural contexts, particularly during the Renaissance when names reflecting positive attributes were favored.
In literature and cultural references, the name Hilarie has been associated with themes of joy and celebration, reinforcing its positive connotations. The use of the name in various forms, including the diminutive "Hila," has been noted in historical texts, although Hilarie itself remains the more formal version.
The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its uplifting meaning and the historical significance of its bearers, who often embodied the cheerful qualities the name represents.
Famous people named Hilarie
In this section, you will find notable people named Hilarie. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Hilarie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Hilarie Burton is an actress and producer best known for One Tree Hill, The Secret Life of the American Teenager, and The Walking Dead.
Hilarie Ashton is a television presenter best known for her work on various BBC programs.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hilarie was first seen in the United States in 1948.
Hilarie has ranked as high as #4386 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Hilarie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Hilarie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Hilarie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Hilarie.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 | 5 |
| 1995 | 10 | 10 |
| 1994 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 15 | 15 |
| 1992 | 29 | 29 |
| 1991 | 28 | 28 |
| 1990 | 18 | 18 |
| 1989 | 15 | 15 |
| 1988 | 17 | 17 |
| 1987 | 25 | 25 |
| 1986 | 15 | 15 |
| 1985 | 17 | 17 |
| 1984 | 21 | 21 |
| 1983 | 14 | 14 |
| 1982 | 12 | 12 |
| 1981 | 32 | 32 |
| 1980 | 24 | 24 |
| 1979 | 26 | 26 |
| 1978 | 25 | 25 |
| 1977 | 23 | 23 |
| 1976 | 20 | 20 |
| 1975 | 21 | 21 |
| 1974 | 17 | 17 |
| 1973 | 17 | 17 |
| 1972 | 21 | 21 |
| 1971 | 22 | 22 |
| 1970 | 26 | 26 |
| 1969 | 14 | 14 |
| 1968 | 9 | 9 |
| 1966 | 7 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 | 6 |
| 1964 | 8 | 8 |
| 1963 | 13 | 13 |
| 1962 | 8 | 8 |
| 1961 | 11 | 11 |
| 1960 | 8 | 8 |
| 1959 | 10 | 10 |
| 1958 | 10 | 10 |
| 1957 | 8 | 8 |
| 1956 | 14 | 14 |
| 1955 | 16 | 16 |
| 1954 | 18 | 18 |
| 1953 | 21 | 21 |
| 1952 | 12 | 12 |
| 1951 | 14 | 14 |
| 1950 | 12 | 12 |
| 1949 | 15 | 15 |
| 1948 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Hilarie (1992)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |