Hillis
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Hillis is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “A surname that became a given name, derived from a place name or surname of English origin, meaning 'dweller at the hill'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1918.
What Hillis Means
“A surname that became a given name, derived from a place name or surname of English origin, meaning 'dweller at the hill'.”
The Story of Hillis
Originating from English place names, this steady surname-turned-given-name peaked in 1918 and is ready to ground your child.
Hillis, originating from English place names or surnames, means 'dweller at the hill.' It was more commonly given as a first name in the early 20th century. This name carries a grounded, solid presence, like a landmark in the landscape.
You want your child to have a sense of stability and strength, a reliable presence in the world. Hillis embodies this for your son. It’s a name that suggests a down-to-earth nature, someone who is practical and dependable, a true anchor.
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Numerology
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#19 in 1918
Total Births
421
First Recorded
1912
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