There are
649
Hillearys in the USA
Hilleary is the
34801st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Hilleary

AlbertSidney

Albert Sidney Johnston was a career United States Army officer, who served as a general in three different armies: the Texian Army, the United States Army, and the Confederate States Army.

LamarAlexander

Lamar Alexander is an American politician and lawyer who served as the senior United States senator from Tennessee, a seat he held from 2003 to 2021.

CraigHilleary

Craig Hilleary is a former American football player who played as a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL). He played for the Washington Redskins from 1993 to 1995.

StephanieHilleary

Stephanie Hilleary is an American cross country skier who competed in the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville, France.

MaryHilleary

Mary Hilleary is a renowned American novelist and short story writer known for her works that explore themes of identity, family, and relationships.

GeorgeW.

George W. Hilleary is an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Tennessee's 4th congressional district from 1995 to 2003.

RalphHilleary

Ralph Hilleary was an American stage actor who performed in various Broadway productions in the early 20th century.

HattieHilleary

Hattie Hilleary is an American journalist and news anchor who has worked for multiple television stations throughout her career.

DarinHilleary

Darin Hilleary is an American entrepreneur and business executive known for his successful tech startup ventures.

KathyHilleary

Kathy Hilleary is an American artist and painter recognized for her unique abstract expressionist style.

Hilleary Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Hilleary' originates from Ireland or Scotland. It is thought to be derived from the Gaelic 'MacIlleDheòraidh', meaning 'son of the servant of the pilgrim'.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Hilleary' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in Tennessee, where it originated. It is also present in smaller numbers in other parts of the country.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Hilleary' include 'Hillery', 'Hiller', 'Hilary', and 'Hillery'.
Migration and ImmigrationHilleary families have primarily migrated within the United States, with many descendants of Irish and Scottish immigrants settling in Tennessee and other parts of the country.