NAME PROFILE
Dillard
Dillard is a name of English and Scottish origin, meaning 'of the valley.' It evokes a sense of connection to nature and the tranquility of rural life, suggesting a person who is grounded, nurturing, and appreciates beauty in simplicity.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,730 |
| Gender | Male (42% / 58%) |
| Peak year | 1921 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 1968 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
KY — 27%TN — 26%NC — 21%GA — 14%TX — 12%
Notable People
Toni Cade Bambara (Author, 'The Salt Eaters') · Rebecca Dillard (Poet) · James Dillard (Politician, former U.S. Congressman) · William Dillard (Businessman, co-founder of Dillard's department stores) · S.E. Dillard (Author, 'Pilgrim at Tinker Creek')
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