Hillary

Girl

Hillary is a girl's name of Latin origin meaning "From Latin hilarus, meaning cheerful, merry, or lighthearted.". It is pronounced HIL-uh-ree. Today it is a popular name (popularity 91/100).

Latin origin · /HIL-uh-ree/ · vintage

Meaning: From Latin hilarus, meaning cheerful, merry, or lighthearted.

Popularity 91/1003 syllablesPeaked 1992→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Hillary

What does Hillary mean?

Hillary means "From Latin hilarus, meaning cheerful, merry, or lighthearted.". It is of Latin origin.

Is Hillary a boy or girl name?

Hillary is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Hillary?

Hillary is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 91/100. It was most popular in the 1990s.

How is Hillary pronounced?

Hillary is pronounced HIL-uh-ree.

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