Hill

Pronunciation: [ h-IHL ]

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Boy Name #17,174 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Hill is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced h-IHL.

Parents who love the name Hill often also consider Neilson, Ann, Lavoy .

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Historical Record

Hill first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.

Over 174 babies have been named Hill in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Hill is past its peak , currently ranked #17,174 for boy names in the US .

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Peaked 1956 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#17,174
Total SSA Count
6

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hill

Is Hill a boy or girl name?
Hill is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Hill?
Hill is pronounced h-IHL.
How popular is the name Hill?
Hill is currently ranked #17174 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Hill a common or rare name?
Hill is an uncommon name, ranked #17174 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Hill?
Hill pairs well with Neilson, Ann, Lavoy, Treva in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Hill?
Related spellings include Hillel, Hilario.

About the Name Hill

Hill is a boy name .

Hill is currently ranked #17,174 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Hill include Hillel, Hilario . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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