Hillard Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hillard is an Old English name derived from the elements meaning 'brave hill dweller'. It has evolved through several forms, including Hilliard and Hildard. The name carries traits of strength and resilience, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in medieval England and continues to be recognized in modern times.
The name Hillard is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hillard has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Hillard' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 868th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1064th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1719th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3307th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10292nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Hillard' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hillard"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɪl.ərd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Hillard is derived from the Old English elements 'hyll', meaning 'hill', and 'hard', meaning 'brave' or 'strong'. Together, they suggest a meaning related to a strong or brave person associated with a hill.
Meaning
brave hill dweller
Language Evolution
Hilliard, Hillard, Hildard
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval England, particularly in the 12th century, and has seen a resurgence in modern times as a first name and surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Hilliard, Hildred, Hildar
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Hillard is viewed as a traditional name with a strong, sturdy connotation. It carries a sense of heritage and is often associated with resilience.
Famous People
Hillard H. Hodge - American politician, Hillard B. Smith - American businessman
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hillard"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hillard"
"Hillard" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 868th of 7545 | 976 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1064th of 6773 | 707 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1719th of 7552 | 394 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3307th of 10718 | 153 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10292nd of 16616 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Hillard" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
43.50% 616th/1416 |
- |
36.05% 853rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
60.41% 934th/1546 |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
40.84% 961st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
61.56% 1371st/2227 |
60.91% 1480th/2430 |
62.36% 1779th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hillard" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hillard"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hillard" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.