Hilaria

Meaning of Hilaria

Hilaria springs from the Latin word “hilaris,” meaning cheerful, and the name wears that sunshine proudly—think of a smile that reaches the eyes and stays for dessert. Long loved in Spanish-speaking families and related to the English Hilary, it also nods to an early Christian saint and to the ancient Roman festival of joy called the Hilaria. The name sounds like laughter in motion—ee-LAH-ree-ah—so it feels built for babies who kick, giggle, and keep everyone on their toes. While her U.S. chart appearances are rare enough to stay special, Hilaria still pops up every few years like a bright confetti cannon, reminding parents that classic Latin warmth never really goes out of style.

Pronunciation

Spanish

• Pronunced as ee-LAH-ree-ah (/i.la.ˈri.a/)

• Hilary
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• Ilaria
• Hilarie
• Hilaire