Hilary

Hilary is a given name that has been used in many cultures and periods. It is derived from the Latin name Hilarius, which means "cheerful" or "happy". The name has been used for both males and females, although it is more commonly used for females in modern times.

Etymology

The name Hilary is derived from the Latin name Hilarius, which is derived from the Latin word "hilarius" meaning "cheerful" or "happy". The name was borne by a number of early saints, including Saint Hilary of Poitiers, a 4th-century bishop and doctor of the Church.

People with the name

There are many notable people with the name Hilary, including:

• Hilary Duff, an American actress and singer
• Hilary Swank, an American actress and producer
• Hilary Mantel, a British author and winner of the Man Booker Prize
• Hilary Knight, an American ice hockey player
• Hilary Benn, a British politician

In popular culture

The name Hilary has been used in various forms of media and popular culture. Some examples include:

• Hilary Banks, a character in the television show The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
• Hilary Erhard Duff, an American actress and singer known for her role in the television show Lizzie McGuire
• Hilary Swank, an American actress known for her roles in films such as Boys Don't Cry and Million Dollar Baby

See also

• List of people named Hilary
• Hilary term, one of the sittings into which the legal year is divided in England and Wales

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