Cote vs Hilary

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hilary

Girl #4,118 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful, merry, joyful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,118
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hil, Hill

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Popularity Comparison

Cote Rank #28,101
Hilary Rank #4,118

Hilary is more popular, ranked #4118 vs #28101 for Cote.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cote ___

  • Cote James
  • Cote William
  • Cote Henry
  • Cote Alexander
  • Cote Michael

Hilary ___

  • Hilary Anne
  • Hilary Jane
  • Hilary Clare
  • Hilary Rose
  • Hilary Grace
  • Hilary Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cote

Blaise Luc Remy Soleil Fleur

If you choose Hilary

Mallory Avery Ellery Bradley Courtney

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cote or Hilary more popular?

Hilary is more popular, ranked #4118 compared to Cote at #28101 in the United States.

What do Cote and Hilary mean?

Cote means "hillside, slope" (French origin). Hilary means "cheerful, merry, joyful" (Latin origin).

Are Cote and Hilary boy or girl names?

Cote is primarily a boy name. Hilary is primarily a girl name.

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