Hillary
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Hillary is a girl name of English origin meaning "Dweller on a hill".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
7 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Dweller on a hill
Etymology
Derived from the Old English words 'hill' and 'rye', or possibly from the Norman surname Hilary, from Latin Hilarius, meaning cheerful.
Famous People Named Hillary
- Hillary Clinton — American politician and diplomat (born 1947)
- Hillary Scott — American pornographic actress
- Hillary Brooke — American film actress (1914–1999)
- Hillary Scott — American singer and songwriter
- Hillary Lindsey — American singer-songwriter (born 1977)
Frequently Asked Questions About Hillary
What does the name Hillary mean?
Hillary means "Dweller on a hill", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Hillary?
Hillary originates from English, commonly used in Europe/North America.
Is Hillary a boy or girl name?
Hillary is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Hillary associated with?
Hillary is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Hillary?
Yes — notable people named Hillary include Hillary Clinton (American politician and diplomat, born 1947), Hillary Scott (American pornographic actress), Hillary Brooke (American film actress, 1914–1999), Hillary Scott (American singer and songwriter) and Hillary Lindsey (American singer-songwriter, born 1977).
Last updated: June 2026