Holiday

“Holy day or festival” — Embodies a sense of celebration and joy

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6760US 2023

17Births / yr

↑Rising

339All-time births

📅 Since 195200

How to pronounce Holiday

HAH·lud·ay

/ˈhɑ.ləd.ˌeɪ/ · stress on HAH · 3 syllables

“Holy day or festival”

Embodies a sense of celebration and joy · American origin

What does Holiday mean and where does it come from?

The name Holiday is derived from the Old English term 'halidaeg' which means 'holy day', later evolving to 'holiday'. It is a modern and unique name choice that started gaining traction in the late 20th century. It embodies a sense of celebration and joy, often gaining popularity around festive seas

Cultural significance

Holiday has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of holy day or festival.

Peak popularity

Reached #4053 in 1955 — currently #6760 in the US.

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How else can you spell Holiday?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Holliday

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Holiday?

Holiday works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Holiday Grace

How popular is Holiday right now?

Rising fast — up 335 spots — currently #6760 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#6760 · Top 5.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6760	17	▲ up 335 · +6% births
2022	#7095	16	▼ down 1063 · -20% births
2021	#6032	20	▲ up 54 · +5% births
2020	#6086	19	▲ up 392
2015	#6478	19	▲ up 3432 · +73% births
2010	#9910	11	▲ up 3315 · +57% births
2005	#13225	7	▼ down 4282 · -22% births
1995	#8943	9	▼ down 2251 · +29% births
1970	#6692	7	▲ up 389 · +40% births
1965	#7081	5	▼ down 3028 · -50% births
1955	#4053	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Holiday

Best Year1955Rank #4053

Peak Count20

Average Rank#7487

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1955 - 202311 years

The story of Holiday

Holiday entered American naming records in 1952 and has been in use for over 72 years. With 339 total births recorded, Holiday remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4053 in 1955, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6760 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Holiday in 1955:

Mary Deborah Linda Debra Susan

Holiday by decade

Holiday peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	33
1960s	11
1970s	13
1990s	40
2000s	74
2010s ★	149
2020s	19

💎Holiday has only 339 total recorded births since 1952 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Holiday?

Common

HolHolieHolyIday

What names sound and feel like Holiday?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Holiday also consider these

Holliday

American · Holy Day

Holladay

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Holloway

American · A beloved name

Hockaday

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Halliday

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Friday

American · A beloved name

Joliyah

American · A variation of

Linday

American · A variation of

Common questions about the name Holiday

What does the name Holiday mean?

Holiday means "Holy day or festival" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Holiday?

Holiday is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Holiday?

Holiday originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Holiday?

Holiday is a three-syllable name pronounced HH AA1 L AH0 D EY2. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Holiday?

Holiday pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.