Holli

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Pronounced HOL-ee /ˈhɒl.i/High

Meaning: A spelling of Holly — from the Old English holegn, 'the holly tree' (the evergreen with red berries); we note the plantLow

In 30 seconds: The holly tree: Holli spells Holly. Crisp, vintage, and warm.

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningA spelling of Holly — from the Old English holegn, 'the holly tree' (the evergreen with red berries); we note the plant

U.S. rank (2024)#9134 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1983

Total births (all-time)≈ 8,731

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Holli is a spelling of Holly — from the Old English holegn, 'the holly tree' (the evergreen with red berries; we note the plant). A crisp, vintage name (said 'HOL-ee').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Holly. Rare in this form, the-holly-tree at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Holly is 'the holly tree' (the evergreen with red berries) — Holli is a spelling, crisp and festive (we note the plant; said 'HOL-ee').

Overall data confidence 38%

References — Holly — plant-name

Variations

HollyHollieHolley

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Holli mean?

Holli spells Holly — English 'the holly tree'. We note the plant.

How do you pronounce Holli?

It's said HOL-ee /hl.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Holli a boy or girl name?

Holli is a girl's name.

How popular is Holli?

Holli is a very rare spelling in the U.S.