Hillis
Boy nameHillis has been given to 421 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1918.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
421
Peak year
1918 (19 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1912
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
3% girls / 97% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Hillis — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Hillis.
FAQ
How popular is the name Hillis?
Hillis has been given to 421 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Hillis peak?
Hillis peaked in 1918, when 19 babies were given the name.
Is Hillis a girl or boy name?
Hillis is primarily a boy name (97% of babies named Hillis are boys).
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