Holli: Meaning, Popularity, Origin of Baby Name Holli | Girls
Origin of the name Holly:
Taken from the name of the holly tree, an evergreen whose stiff, glossy, sharp-pointed leaves and clusters of red berries are used in Christmas decorations. The name is derived from the Old English holegn (to prick).
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Warm and inviting name. Too often seen as a Christmas name for girls it can also be given to girls born on any "Holiday". The holiday baby. Very family oriented and giving to everyone. Warm but can be a bit sharp and edgy. Good solid name when paired with traditional middle names "Holli Marie" or "Holli Mae"
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"Lollie" or "lol"
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Global Popularity of the Name Holli
- #499 in Scotland
