Holding steady.
Popularity of Hollye since 1954
Babies named Hollye per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 46 |
| 1960s | 95 |
| 1970s | 131 |
| 1980s | 123 |
| 1990s | 42 |
| 2000s | 8 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Hollye is a respelling of Holly, a name that derives from the holly plant and has been used as a given name since the 20th century. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1954, but has never ranked in the top 1000. Its peak popularity came in 1984, and since then its usage has remained stable but very low. The name is distinctive and botanical, appealing to parents who want a familiar sound with a unique spelling.
Hollye is a respelling of Holly, which derives from the Old English word 'holegn' for the holly tree. The name came into use as a given name in the 20th century, inspired by the plant's association with Christmas. The -ye ending is a modern, decorative variation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Holly, Lee
Sibling names for Hollye
Names that share Hollye's style, for a brother or sister.
