Rising since 1988, #1,309 for girls today.
Popularity of Hollyn since 1977
Babies named Hollyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 44 |
| 1990s | 139 |
| 2000s | 260 |
| 2010s | 710 |
| 2020s | 932 |
Meaning & origin
Hollyn is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 1977. It combines the familiar Holly (a nature name from the holly tree) with the popular -lyn suffix, a pattern that has produced many contemporary girls' names. As of 2025, Hollyn ranked 1,309th nationally, with the highest usage in Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana. Its trajectory has been consistently rising since 1988, and it reached its peak rank in 2025. The name appeals to parents seeking a fresh yet familiar-sounding option that feels both feminine and understated. With a vintage-modern hybrid feel, Hollyn fits alongside other surname-style and compound names while maintaining a distinct identity.
Hollyn is a contemporary name that emerged in the late 20th century, combining the popular name Holly (from the holly tree) with the fashionable suffix -lyn (as in Evelyn, Jocelyn). It gained modest usage in the United States beginning in the 1970s and has slowly risen in popularity since the late 1980s.
Where Hollyn is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Holly, Lyn
Sibling names for Hollyn
Names that share Hollyn's style, for a brother or sister.
