Holt

At a Glance: Name: Holt – Meaning: a small wood or copse – Origin: English/Germanic (topographic surname) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: HOHLT

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Holt is a short, unisex name pronounced HOHLT, rooted in English and Germanic tradition as a topographic surname — it literally means a small wood or copse. With its clipped, outdoorsy sound, it fits parents drawn to nature-inspired, free-spirited, minimalist names.

Meaning & Origin of Holt

Meaning: A small wood or copse.

Origin: English/Germanic (topographic surname).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Holt

Phonetic: HOHLT   IPA: /ˈhoʊlt/

Popularity of Holt

Across SSA records from 1906 to 2024, Holt has stayed rare: its highest rank was #1321 back in 1906, when just 5 babies were given the name, and by 2024 it sat at #1920 with 82 babies.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1906–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Holt mean?

A small wood or copse. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Holt)

How do you pronounce Holt?

Holt is pronounced HOHLT (IPA: /ˈhoʊlt/).

Is Holt a popular name right now?

Holt peaked at #1321 in 1906 and is ranked #1920 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1906–2024.)

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