Hilliard
boy nameHilliard entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #518 in 1896, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
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rank today
#518
peak (1896)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #725 |
| 1890s | #780 |
| 1900s | #816 |
| 1910s | #992 |
| 1920s | #1130 |
| 1930s | #1494 |
| 1940s | #1447 |
| 1950s | #1894 |
| 1960s | #2428 |
| 1970s | #4415 |
| 1980s | #5385 |
| 1990s | #7030 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Hilliard are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hilliard alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hilliard in 2025?
- Hilliard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hilliard most popular?
- Hilliard peaked in 1896, reaching #518 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hilliard with classmates?
- Hilliard will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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