Hilaria is a delightful and distinctive female given name of Latin origin, meaning 'cheerful' or 'joyous'. It is derived from the Latin word 'hilarious', which itself is rooted in the Latin adjective 'hilaris', conveying the concept of happiness and laughter. Historically, Hilaria has been associated with early Christian martyrs, including Saint Hilaria, who was venerated for her faith and kindness. Today, it is a charming and unique choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter.
The name Hilaria has seen a varied number of births over the past century and a half, with peaks occurring around the early to mid-1900s, late 1920s to early 1930s, and again in the late 1980s to early 1990s. The highest recorded year for births was 1924 and 1925 with 26 each, while the most recent years show a decline, with 8 births in both 2020 and 2022. Overall, there have been a total of 970 births recorded under this name.