Hillel
HIH-lel
Popularity
#3284
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Hebrew
Total Births
1,428
Peak Year
#47 in 2019
First Recorded
1918
Style
Spiritual & Biblical, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Meaning 'praise' or 'to praise' in Hebrew. A biblical name associated with wisdom and learning.
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Hillel the Elder
Jewish scholar, one of the most important Jewish figures.
Hillel Slovak
Guitarist known for his work in the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
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