Holly-marie

holly plant and bitter
Modern coinage origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1939US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Holly-marie mean and where does it come from?

Holly-marie combines 'Holly', referring to the holly plant, and 'Marie', a variant of Mary, meaning 'bitter'.

Cultural significance
The name is often used in English-speaking countries and reflects a blend of nature and traditional names.
Peak popularity
Reached #1939 in 2015 — currently #1939 in the US.
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How else can you spell Holly-marie?

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

What middle names flow best with Holly-marie?

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

Holly-marie Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Holly-marie Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Holly-marie Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Holly-marie Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Holly-marie Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Holly-marie Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
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How popular is Holly-marie right now?

Holding steady — currently #1939 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1939 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#193910stable
2022#193910stable
2021#193910stable
2020#193910stable
2019#193910
💎Holly-marie is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Holly-marie?

Common
HolHoArie

Common questions about the name Holly-marie

What does the name Holly-marie mean?
Holly-marie means "holly plant and bitter" — a name rooted in Modern coinage 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 Holly-marie?
Holly-marie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Holly-marie?
Holly-marie originates from Modern coinage tradition. Modern coinage names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Holly-marie?
Holly-marie pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Holly-marie more of a girl or boy name?
Holly-marie is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.