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Hilton
Hilton Pronunciation
Hilton is pronounced HIL-tən /ˈhɪl.tən/High
Meaning: From the English surname Hilton — from Old English, 'the hill town or estate' (hyll, 'hill', plus tun, 'a town')Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Hilton comes from the English surname Hilton — from Old English, 'the hill town or estate' (hyll, 'a hill', plus tun, 'a town, an enclosure'). A crisp, distinguished surname-name (the Hilton hotel family; nickname Hil).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-hill-town at the root, and distinguished.
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How do you pronounce Hilton?
Hilton is pronounced HIL-tən (/ˈhɪl.tən/). Press play above to hear Hilton said aloud.
How do you say Hilton?
Hilton is said HIL-tən (/ˈhɪl.tən/). Press play above to hear Hilton said aloud.
What does the name Hilton mean?
Hilton is an English surname, 'the hill town or estate'.
Is Hilton a boy or girl name?
Hilton is a boy's name.
How popular is Hilton?
Hilton is a rare name in the U.S.