Holly
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Holly
The given name 'Holly' means "the holly tree" or "dweller at the holly tree," derived from the Old English word *holegn* (holly).
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Etymology
The given name 'Holly' means "the holly tree" or "dweller at the holly tree," derived from the Old English word *holegn* (holly). It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, often associated with Christianity due to the plant's symbolic use in Christmas decorations, though it gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century without specific religious ties.
Holly currently ranks #416 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1983.
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