About Hillel
The name "Hillel" is of Hebrew origin and holds significant meaning in Jewish tradition. It is derived from the Hebrew word "halal," which means "praise." Hillel is a name associated with wisdom, knowledge, and leadership. In Jewish history, Hillel the Elder was a renowned scholar and one of the most influential figures in the development of Jewish law and ethics. The name Hillel is often given to boys as a symbol of honor and respect for Jewish heritage and the pursuit of wisdom.
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Most individuals with the name Hillel are male.
The popularity of the name has increased by 12.20% over the past year.
Here's how to represent Hillel in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hillel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.