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Hillary as a masculine name has ancient Roman origins, derived from the Latin 'Hilarius' meaning 'cheerful' or 'merry.' Long before it gained popularity as a feminine name, Hillary was traditionally used for boys, particularly in English-speaking countries. Notable male bearers include Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person to climb Mount Everest, and various historical figures across British history. The name experienced a gender shift in the late 20th century, becoming more commonly associated with girls, particularly in the United States. Despite this change, Hillary maintains its distinguished history as a male name in many parts of the world. For parents interested in names with classical roots and historical significance, masculine Hillary offers a distinguished choice with positive connotations of joy and achievement.

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The name Hillary is currently ranked #778 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #778 in 1898. It is currently rising in popularity. Hillary is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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The name Hillary is a girl's name of Greek, Latin origin meaning "happy, cheerful".

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Hillary is a lovely name that, for the moment at least, is tightly bound to an individual with a strong image: Hillary Clinton. Whatever your feelings about Mrs. Clinton, her fame now dominates the name, making it feel less baby-ready than it deserves to be. Hillary as a name has so much going for it: the popular, rhythmic three-syllable structure, the fact that it's strong but light, proper but jaunty, with an irresistible meaning -- having the same root as hilarious.  The Italian Ilaria may be one way to make the name fresh.  
<br/><br/>Traditionally, Hilary was the form used for males and Hillary for females, but since there are so few boy Hilarys these days, that tradition has fallen by the wayside.  A few other modern notables have laid claim to the name: musicians Hilary du Pre and Hilary Hahn, and actresses Hilary Swank and Hilary Duff.

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The name Hillary is currently ranked #715 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #132 in 1992. It is currently rising in popularity. The name is most popular in HILLARY, HILLARY, and HILLARY. Hillary is occasionally used for boys in 2008.

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