Hilah
Hilah is a girl baby name. Ranked #49,143 in the US, popular nicknames include Hil, Hiy, and Hilie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Hilah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 15 babies have been named Hilah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hilah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #49,143 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #49,143
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Hilah
Hilah is a girl name .
Hilah is currently ranked #49,143 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hilah include Hil, Hiy, and Hilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Hilah include Hilary . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis