Hillevi
Meaning: Light as morning air, carrying hope and promise
Origin: Various
Gender: Girl
Rank in Sweden: #304
Total births: 570
History: Hillevi blossomed during Sweden's folk music revival, carrying melodies from Dalarna's fiddle traditions. The name is celebrated each midsommar when Swedes dance around the maypole wreathed in wildflowers. It captures the joy of Swedish summers and cultural celebrations.
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| Current rank (2022) | #262 |
| Babies named Hillevi in 2022 | 31 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 570 |
| Peak year | 2018 (42 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #232 |
| Years in records | 1998–2022 (22 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 28 spots |
Frequently asked about Hillevi
What does the name Hillevi mean?
Hillevi means “Light as morning air, carrying hope and promise” from Various roots.
What is the origin of the name Hillevi?
Hillevi has Various origin. The traditional meaning is “Light as morning air, carrying hope and promise”.
How popular is Hillevi in Sweden?
Hillevi ranked #262 in Sweden in 2022 — given to 31 babies that year.
When was Hillevi most popular?
Hillevi peaked in 2018 with 42 babies registered that year in Sweden.
Is Hillevi a boy or girl name?
Hillevi is predominantly a girls' name in Sweden — over 90% of Hillevis in registered births are female.
Is the name Hillevi rising or falling in popularity?
Hillevi has risen 28 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Sweden — from #290 in 2017 to #262 in 2022.
How long has Hillevi been recorded in Sweden?
Hillevi appears in birth records in Sweden across 22 years — from 1998 through 2022.