Hillard Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHIL-erd / /ˈhɪl.ərd/English; German
Meaning
English: dweller by the hill; German: from the hill
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hillard has roots in both English and German cultures. It is derived from the Old English word 'hyll,' meaning hill. Historically, surnames based on geographical features were common in England and Germany, often indicating the location of a person's home. Hillard has been used as both a surname and a given name.
Trend Summary
Hillard is a less common name in the United States, with limited popularity trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hillard
- Hillardson
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hillard was first seen in the United States in 1880. Hillard has ranked as high as #816 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in Kentucky, Illinois, Alabama, Tennessee, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Hillard has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hillard (1966)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1887 | 9 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 8 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1898 | 9 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 15 |
| 1907 | 9 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 28 |
| 1914 | 36 |
| 1915 | 49 |
| 1916 | 58 |
| 1917 | 45 |
| 1918 | 62 |
| 1919 | 60 |
| 1920 | 61 |
| 1921 | 71 |
| 1922 | 66 |
| 1923 | 61 |
| 1924 | 65 |
| 1925 | 71 |
| 1926 | 82 |
| 1927 | 64 |
| 1928 | 63 |
| 1929 | 65 |
| 1930 | 53 |
| 1931 | 45 |
| 1932 | 55 |
| 1933 | 29 |
| 1934 | 35 |
| 1935 | 35 |
| 1936 | 31 |
| 1937 | 30 |
| 1938 | 39 |
| 1939 | 39 |
| 1940 | 31 |
| 1941 | 28 |
| 1942 | 31 |
| 1943 | 28 |
| 1944 | 37 |
| 1945 | 33 |
| 1946 | 32 |
| 1947 | 30 |
| 1948 | 30 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 25 |
| 1952 | 24 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 30 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 22 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |