Hillary Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationHIL-uh-ree / /ˈhɪləri/English; Latin
Meaning
English: cheerful; Latin: from the manor
Historical & Cultural Background
Hillary is derived from the Latin name Hilarius, which means cheerful or happy. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with the feminine form, but it has been used for boys as well.
Trend Summary
Hillary has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with notable peaks in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hilarie
- Hillarye
International Variants
- Hilaire (French)
- Hilario (Spanish)
Famous people named Hillary
Hillary Clinton is an American politician and former Secretary of State, known for her candidacy for President in 2016.
Hillary Rodham is a prominent American attorney and author, recognized for her work in public service and advocacy.
Hillary Scott is an American singer-songwriter, best known as a member of the country music group Lady A.
Hillary Swank is an American actress, acclaimed for her performances in films such as 'Boys Don't Cry' and 'Million Dollar Baby.'.
Fictional characters named Hillary
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hillary was first seen in the United States in 1888. Hillary has ranked as high as #1037 nationally, which occurred in 1954, and has been most popular in Louisiana, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Hillary has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hillary (1969)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1898 | 9 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 21 |
| 1927 | 24 |
| 1928 | 24 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1941 | 18 |
| 1942 | 14 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 20 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 20 |
| 1951 | 18 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 20 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 23 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 22 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 18 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |