How popular is the name Hillis in 2025?

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

When was the name Hillis most popular?

Hillis peaked in 1942, reaching #1799 among US boy names.

Hillis will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Hillis entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1799 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1799

peak (1942)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Hillis are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Hillis alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Hillis in 2025?: Hillis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Hillis most popular?: Hillis peaked in 1942, reaching #1799 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Hillis with classmates?: Hillis will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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