TheNameDBHilary
UnisexMeaning
Cheerful or merry.
Etymology
Hilary derives from the Latin 'hilaris,' meaning cheerful or merry, which comes from the root 'hilum' (cheerfulness). The name was borne by Saint Hilary of Poitiers, a 4th-century bishop and theologian, which contributed to its Christian adoption.
About the Name Hilary
Hilary is a name with ancient Roman origins that became established in English-speaking cultures through Christian saints. Though traditionally masculine, it has become increasingly used as a feminine or unisex name in modern times.