Hilah
girl nameHilah entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #897 in 1886, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1886–2025
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rank today
#897
peak (1886)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #897 |
| 1900s | #1679 |
| 1910s | #4460 |
| 1920s | #4422 |
| 1950s | #5696 |
| 2010s | #15539 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hilah are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hilah alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hilah in 2025?
- Hilah is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Hilah most popular?
- Hilah peaked in 1886, reaching #897 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hilah with classmates?
- Hilah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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