Hilary Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hilary Name at a Glance

Name	Hilary
Meaning	Joyful, glad. Cheerful. Derived from the Latin name Hilarius.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Hilary Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hilary means “Joyful, glad. Cheerful. Derived from the Latin name Hilarius”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Hilary Name Origin

Our database records Hilary under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Hilary a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Hilary is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Hilary

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