Hillis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hillis has Scottish origins and means 'son of the hill dweller'. It evolved from the surname 'Hill' and reflects a connection to nature. The name has a positive image, often associated with strength and stability. There is no biblical relevance for this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hillis"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɪlɪs/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
The name Hillis is derived from the Scottish surname, which is a diminutive form of 'Hill', referring to someone who lived near or on a hill.
Meaning
son of the hill dweller
Language Evolution
Hill, Hillis
Historical Usage
Hillis gained popularity as a surname in Scotland and has been used as a given name in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Hill, Hillary, Hillel
Modern Popularity & Image
Hillis is considered a unique name with a rustic and nature-related charm, often associated with strength and stability.
Famous People
Hillis L. Smith, an American author known for his work on Scottish culture.
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Hillis Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 19 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hillis"
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 "Hillis"
"Hillis" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2360th of 7545 | 191 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2567th of 6773 | 162 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4637th of 7552 | 44 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7414th of 9107 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Hillis" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
79.45% 1125th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
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| 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Hillis" 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 "Hillis"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hillis" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Hillis" in the United States
The name Hillis is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hillis has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Hillis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2360th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2567th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4637th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7414th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Hillis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.