How popular is the name Hilary in 2025?

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

When was the name Hilary most popular?

Hilary peaked in 1891, reaching #700 among US boy names.

Hilary will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Hilary entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #700 in 1891, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#700

peak (1891)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 800 people named Hilary are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Hilary alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Hilary in 2025?: Hilary is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Hilary most popular?: Hilary peaked in 1891, reaching #700 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Hilary with classmates?: Hilary will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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