Hilton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHIL-tun / /ˈhɪl.tən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: from the hill settlement; Old English: hill town
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hilton has roots in Old English, where it referred to a settlement located on a hill. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and has been associated with various places in England. Hilton is also recognized as a surname for notable families and individuals.
Trend Summary
Hilton has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hylton
International Variants
- Hilton (English)
Famous people named Hilton
Hilton Als is an American writer and theater critic known for his work in The New Yorker.
Fictional characters named Hilton
Hilton is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his humorous antics.
Hilton is a character in the video game 'The Sims,' where players can interact with him in various scenarios.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hilton was first seen in the United States in 1882. Hilton has ranked as high as #753 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Hilton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hilton (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 7 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1898 | 11 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 11 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 21 |
| 1906 | 15 |
| 1907 | 18 |
| 1908 | 10 |
| 1909 | 14 |
| 1910 | 21 |
| 1911 | 26 |
| 1912 | 39 |
| 1913 | 48 |
| 1914 | 64 |
| 1915 | 84 |
| 1916 | 102 |
| 1917 | 111 |
| 1918 | 112 |
| 1919 | 97 |
| 1920 | 138 |
| 1921 | 106 |
| 1922 | 134 |
| 1923 | 113 |
| 1924 | 135 |
| 1925 | 116 |
| 1926 | 119 |
| 1927 | 111 |
| 1928 | 122 |
| 1929 | 110 |
| 1930 | 107 |
| 1931 | 117 |
| 1932 | 79 |
| 1933 | 99 |
| 1934 | 88 |
| 1935 | 102 |
| 1936 | 59 |
| 1937 | 87 |
| 1938 | 83 |
| 1939 | 97 |
| 1940 | 95 |
| 1941 | 95 |
| 1942 | 93 |
| 1943 | 99 |
| 1944 | 72 |
| 1945 | 85 |
| 1946 | 83 |
| 1947 | 87 |
| 1948 | 100 |
| 1949 | 75 |
| 1950 | 96 |
| 1951 | 83 |
| 1952 | 112 |
| 1953 | 73 |
| 1954 | 90 |
| 1955 | 80 |
| 1956 | 102 |
| 1957 | 92 |
| 1958 | 82 |
| 1959 | 80 |
| 1960 | 88 |
| 1961 | 64 |
| 1962 | 66 |
| 1963 | 74 |
| 1964 | 62 |
| 1965 | 45 |
| 1966 | 50 |
| 1967 | 38 |
| 1968 | 47 |
| 1969 | 58 |
| 1970 | 54 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 47 |
| 1973 | 30 |
| 1974 | 30 |
| 1975 | 33 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 40 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 36 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 29 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 32 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 34 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 29 |
| 1992 | 34 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 33 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 15 |