Hilla

Pronunciation: [ h-IHL-uh ]

Hilla is a girl baby name. Ranked #53,182 in the US, popular nicknames include Hil, Hiy, and Hilie.

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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Hilla is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced h-IHL-uh.

Parents who love the name Hilla often also consider Alexisa, Jamerial, Salayna .

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Historical Record

Hilla first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.

Over 11 babies have been named Hilla in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Hilla is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #53,182 for girl names in the US .

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#53,182
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#53,182
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Hillary #2340

Nicknames

Hil Hiy Hilie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hilla

Is Hilla a boy or girl name?
Hilla is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Hilla?
Hilla is pronounced h-IHL-uh.
How popular is the name Hilla?
Hilla is currently ranked #53182 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Hilla?
Common nicknames for Hilla include Hil, Hiy, and Hilie.
Is Hilla a common or rare name?
Hilla is an uncommon name, ranked #53182 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Hilla?
Hilla pairs well with Alexisa, Jamerial, Salayna, Tachiana in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Hilla?
Related spellings include Hillary.

About the Name Hilla

Hilla is a girl name .

Hilla is currently ranked #53,182 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Hilla include Hil, Hiy, and Hilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Hilla include Hillary . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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