Hollis

At a Glance: Name: Hollis – Meaning: one who lived near holly trees – Origin: English (topographic surname) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: HOL-is

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Hollis comes from an English topographic surname, originally used for someone who lived near a stand of holly trees. It's recorded as a name used for children of any gender, pronounced HOL-is (IPA /ˈhɑːlɪs/). If you're weighing it for a baby, it carries that straightforward, place-rooted meaning rather than anything more elaborate.

Meaning & Origin of Hollis

Meaning: One who lived near holly trees.

Origin: English (topographic surname).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Hollis

Phonetic: HOL-is   IPA: /ˈhɑːlɪs/

Popularity of Hollis

Hollis hit its high point in 1908, ranking #292 with 56 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had drifted down to #1053, given to 208 babies, based on Social Security data spanning 1880 to 2024.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Hollis mean?

One who lived near holly trees. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Hollis)

How do you pronounce Hollis?

Hollis is pronounced HOL-is (IPA: /ˈhɑːlɪs/).

Is Hollis a popular name right now?

Hollis peaked at #292 in 1908 and is ranked #1053 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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