Holly as a Female Name
Holly is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Holly for a girl get a name with a clear English (botanical) heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Holly means “the holly tree/plant” and is of English (botanical) origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Hollie, Holli, Hollye.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Holly across all genders, see the complete Holly name meaning.
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Is Holly a girl's name?+
Holly is most commonly a girl's name. It means “the holly tree/plant” and is of English (botanical) origin.
What does Holly mean?+
Holly means “the holly tree/plant” and originates from English (botanical).