Hilery is a name of Latin origin, derived from the male given name Hillary, which means "happy" or "cheerful". It is predominantly used as a female given name in English-speaking countries. The name gained popularity during the late 20th century and has been used steadily since then. Notable individuals with this name include Hilery Mantel, a British author known for her historical novels about Thomas Cromwell.
"The name Hilery was quite popular between 1916 and 1942, with peaks occurring around the mid-1920s."