English surname derived from the Middle English word 'holis', meaning 'holly trees'; it originally described a person who lived near a group of holly trees. Used today as a given name for both boys and girls.
Vibe
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How it ages.
A quiet nature name with old English surname roots; understated rather than trendy, and easy to wear at any age.
The cultural moment.
In the United States, Hollis was last ranked #893 for boys in 2025; for girls it last ranked #938 in 1955.