Holly

Meaning of Holly

Holly is named after the holly tree. The evergreen tree is associated with Christmas and winter.

Holly has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Holly

Holly has held fairly steady, sitting around #416 in 2025 after peaking at #189 in 2000.

Notable people named Holly

• Holly Hunter
  Academy Award-winning actress
• Holly Willoughby
  British television presenter
• Holly Marie Combs
  American actress, Charmed
• Holly Madison
  American television personality
• Holly Holm
  American mixed martial artist

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Questions about the name Holly

What does the name Holly mean?

Holly means holly is named after the holly tree. the evergreen tree is associated with christmas and winter, and it comes from English origins.

Is Holly a boy's or a girl's name?

Holly is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Holly?

In 2025, Holly ranked #416 for girls, up from #419 the year before.

When was Holly most popular?

Holly peaked at #189 in 2000.