How popular is the name Holly in 2025?

Holly is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Holly most popular?

Holly peaked in 1888, reaching #755 among US boy names.

Holly will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Holly entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #755 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#755

peak (1888)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 800 people named Holly are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Holly alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Holly in 2025?: Holly is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Holly most popular?: Holly peaked in 1888, reaching #755 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Holly with classmates?: Holly will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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