Hollee

“Holy” — Associated with Christmas due to the holly plant's winter season s

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14057US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

725All-time births

📅 Since 195500

What does Hollee mean and where does it come from?

Hollee is a variation of the name Holly, which is often associated with Christmas due to the holly plant's winter season significance. The name conveys a sense of purity and spirituality. This spelling variation, adding an extra 'e', is part of a trend in the United States to create unique forms of

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #3569 in 1984 — currently #14057 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Hollee?

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

Hollee Grace

How popular is Hollee right now?

Falling — down 5382 spots — currently #14057 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#14057 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#14057	6	▼ down 5382 · -50% births
2021	#8675	12	▲ up 2347 · +33% births
2015	#11022	9	▼ down 2207 · -31% births
2010	#8815	13	▼ down 2503 · -32% births
2005	#6312	19	▲ up 3026 · +90% births
2000	#9338	10	▼ down 1667 · -9% births
1995	#7671	11	▼ down 2020 · -31% births
1990	#5651	16	▼ down 918
1985	#4733	16	▲ up 1359 · +45% births
1980	#6092	11	▼ down 344 · +10% births
1975	#5748	10	▼ down 477
1970	#5271	10	▼ down 88 · +43% births
1955	#5183	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Hollee

Best Year1985Rank #4733

Peak Count19

Average Rank#7582

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1955 - 202313 years

The story of Hollee

Hollee entered American naming records in 1955 and has been in use for over 69 years. With 725 total births recorded, Hollee remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5183 in 1955, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14057 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Hollee in 1984:

Jennifer Jessica Ashley Amanda Sarah

Hollee by decade

Hollee peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	24
1960s	53
1970s	104
1980s ★	178
1990s	137
2000s	146
2010s	83

💎Hollee has only 725 total recorded births since 1955 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Hollee?

Common

HolHoOllee

What names sound and feel like Hollee?

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

Mollee

American · A diminutive form

American · victorious

American · Derived from the

Loxlee

American · Modern English

Common questions about the name Hollee

What does the name Hollee mean?

Hollee means "Holy" — 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 Hollee?

Hollee is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Hollee have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Hollee?

Hollee 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.

Is Hollee trending right now?

Hollee is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Hollee a common or rare name?

Hollee is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.