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Name Origin

Hillary is a feminine given name of English origin, derived from the surname Hilary. The surname itself originates from the Latin name Hilarius, meaning 'cheerful' or 'merry'.

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Famous People

Hillary Rodham Clinton (1947-)

Politician, Diplomat

  • First Lady of the United States (1993-2001)
  • U.S. Senator from New York (2001-2009)
  • 67th United States Secretary of State (2009-2013)
  • Democratic nominee for President of the United States in 2016

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