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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The holly tree/plant
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- HAH-lee
Holly is an English girl's name that comes from the holly tree, a plant. It's pronounced HAH-lee, and it has an outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel with a vintage air about it.
Meaning & Origin of Holly
Meaning: The holly tree/plant.
Origin: English.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Holly
HAH-leeIPA /ˈhɑːli/
Popularity of Holly
Holly peaked at #48 in 1979, when 5,488 U.S. babies were given the name. By 2024 it had settled to #419, with 739 babies, so it's familiar without being common.
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FAQ
What does the name Holly mean?
The holly tree/plant. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Holly?
Holly is pronounced HAH-lee (IPA: /ˈhɑːli/).
Is Holly a popular name right now?
Holly peaked at #48 in 1979 and is ranked #419 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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