Hilary
GirlOrigin: Latin · English
Meaning
“cheerful and joyful”
Cultural Notes
Derived from the Latin Hilarius and originally a male name in medieval Europe before shifting predominantly female in English-speaking countries.
Popularity
Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1960s
Community likes: 0
Famous People Named Hilary
- Hilary Duff, Hilary Swank, Hilary Mantel
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