How popular is the name Dillard in 2025?

Dillard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Dillard most popular?

Dillard peaked in 1898, reaching #573 among US boy names.

Dillard will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Dillard entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #573 in 1898, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#573

peak (1898)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,200 people named Dillard are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Dillard alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Dillard in 2025?: Dillard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Dillard most popular?: Dillard peaked in 1898, reaching #573 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Dillard with classmates?: Dillard will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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