Hillel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hillel is a Hebrew name meaning 'to praise' or 'to celebrate'. It has evolved through various forms in Hebrew and Latin. The name is deeply rooted in Jewish tradition, especially due to its association with Rabbi Hillel the Elder, a significant figure in Jewish history. Today, it symbolizes Jewish learning and culture.
The name Hillel is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Hillel has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Hillel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3635th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3294th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3038th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3452nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3878th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3244th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hillel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hillel"
Pronunciation
/hɪˈlɛl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Hillel derives from the Hebrew root 'h-l-l', which means 'to praise' or 'to celebrate'.
Meaning
praise, celebrate
Language Evolution
Hillel (Hebrew), Hillel (late Latin), Hillel (Medieval Hebrew)
Biblical Background
Hillel is mentioned in Jewish texts as a prominent rabbi and scholar, particularly known for his teachings and interpretations of Jewish law.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish communities, particularly in the early centuries of the Common Era, due to the influence of Rabbi Hillel the Elder, who lived during the time of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.
Variants & Derivatives
Hillel, Hilel, Hilly
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hillel is often associated with Jewish identity and scholarship, and it is frequently used in Jewish educational and cultural institutions.
Famous People
Hillel the Elder, Hillel Neuer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hillel"
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 "Hillel"
"Hillel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3635th of 6773 | 75 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3294th of 7552 | 117 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3038th of 10718 | 178 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3452nd of 16616 | 251 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3878th of 24088 | 372 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3244th of 23106 | 425 |
Regional Popularity of "Hillel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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69.54% 1082nd/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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45.14% 1097th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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31.27% 1089th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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23.33% 1044th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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24.23% 1251st/5164 |
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67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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22.93% 1029th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Hillel" 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 "Hillel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hillel" 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.