Hilton is a unisex given name of English origin, derived from the surname Hilton, which is an occupational name for a settler on land that was originally covered by heath or wild thyme. The name first appeared as a given name in the late 19th century and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It has since been used worldwide, with notable bearers including American hotel magnate Conrad Hilton and his granddaughter, socialite Paris Hilton.
The name Hilton experienced a significant resurgence in popularity beginning in the year 2010 after having a consistent rate of five births per year from 1915 to 1925. This steady period was followed by a considerable decline until the late 20th century, with no recorded births between 1925 and 2010. However, starting in 2014, there was an increase in popularity, with six births that year. This trend continued to rise sharply from 2021 onwards, with nine births each year until the most recent data available in 2022. Overall, over the course of these years, a total of fifty babies were named Hilton.