How popular is the name Hilmer in 2025?

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

When was the name Hilmer most popular?

Hilmer peaked in 1888, reaching #917 among US boy names.

Hilmer will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Hilmer entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #917 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#917

peak (1888)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

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

The typical Hilmer alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Hilmer in 2025?: Hilmer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Hilmer most popular?: Hilmer peaked in 1888, reaching #917 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Hilmer with classmates?: Hilmer will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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