Dillard
Pronunciation: [ d-IHL-erd ]
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Dillard first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 962 babies have been named Dillard in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dillard is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,319 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,319
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Dillard
Dillard is a boy name .
Dillard is currently ranked #28,319 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dillard include Dil, Dill, Dilly, Dillie, Ard, Ardy, Ardie, Diy, Diie, and Dilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dillard include Dillon, Dillan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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