Hillel is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the root word 'halal,' which means 'to praise.' It is often translated to mean 'praise' or 'song of praise.' In Jewish tradition, Hillel is associated with Hillel the Elder, an important sage who lived during the Second Temple period and was known for his teachings on ethical behavior. He is famous for stating, "What is hateful to you, do not do to your fellow; this is the whole Torah; all the rest is commentary." The name Hillel has been used throughout history, with notable bearers including Hillel II, who standardized the Jewish calendar in the 4th century CE.
"The name Hillel experienced significant growth in popularity from the late 1970s onwards, with a substantial increase in births starting in 1978 (15 births) and peaking in 2022 (46 births). Prior to this period, the number of annual births fluctuated between 5 and 13. The total number of births from 1918 to 2023 is 1389."