Hilary
girl name#5238 in 2025Hilary entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #232 in 1990, ranks #5238 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#5238
rank today
#232
peak (1990)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3709 |
| 1920s | #4255 |
| 1930s | #3133 |
| 1940s | #1425 |
| 1950s | #853 |
| 1960s | #651 |
| 1970s | #433 |
| 1980s | #302 |
| 1990s | #1043 |
| 2000s | #1662 |
| 2010s | #4135 |
| 2020s | #4489 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hilary has been most popular in CA, TX, LA.
Living bearers
About 23,000 people named Hilary are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hilary alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hilary in 2025?
- Hilary ranks #5238 among US girl names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hilary most popular?
- Hilary peaked in 1990, reaching #232 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hilary with classmates?
- Hilary will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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