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Hilary
GirlMeaning of Hilary: Latin: 'cheerful'
Hilary is a girl's name most strongly associated with Latin naming. It has 6 letters and 3 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 5040th most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#5040
24 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
26,368
First recorded 1882 · peak 1990
Trend
rising
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
8% boys · 92% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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