Holly is a girl name of English origin meaning “the holly tree, associated with Christmas”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 25% of baby names. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.
HOL-ee
Phonetic spelling
This name ranks in the top 25% of popular names.
* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends
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