Hilary
3 syllables
♀ Unisex ◎ Latin ◈ 3 syllables
"Cheerful, merry"

From Latin

Medieval English form of Hilarius or Hilaria. During the Middle Ages it was primarily a masculine name. It was revived in Britain at the beginning of the 20th century as a predominantly feminine name. In America, this name and the variant Hillary seemed to drop in popularity after Hillary Clinton (1947-) became the first lady in 1993. Famous bearers include American actresses Hilary Swank (1974-) and Hilary Duff (1987-).

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Hilary at a glance
MeaningCheerful, merry
OriginLatin
GenderUnisex
Syllables3
Name dayJan 13
NumerologyLife Path 1
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Origin & history of Hilary
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Latin roots
Medieval English form of Hilarius or Hilaria. During the Middle Ages it was primarily a masculine name. It was revived in Britain at the beginning of the 20th century as a predominantly feminine name. In America, this name and the variant Hillary seemed to drop in popularity after Hillary Clinton (1947-) became the first lady in 1993. Famous bearers include American actresses Hilary Swank (1974-) and Hilary Duff (1987-).
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Root name
The root form of Hilary is Hilarius — meaning Cheerful, merry.
3
Modern usage
Hilary remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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Popularity of Hilary
3Syllables
1Life path
Numerology of Hilary
1
Life path number
The Leader
Leadership, independence and pioneering spirit.
🌟Natural leader
Independent
🔥Ambitious
💎Original thinker
H8
I9
L3
A1
R9
Y7
Sum: 37 → Life path 1
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Personality of Hilary
🌟
Independent & bold
These individuals chart their own course. They lead, they don't follow.
Ambitious drive
Quiet determination sits behind everything they do.
💡
Original ideas
Their minds work differently — seeing angles others walk past.
🔑
Natural authority
Without trying, they earn respect.
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