Holms

A Hebrew name with cultural significance
Hebrew origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1951US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Holms mean and where does it come from?

Holms is a name found across Hebrew cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Holms carries the heritage of Hebrew tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1951 in 2015 — currently #1951 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Holms?

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

Holms Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Holms Rose
Floral · soft ending
Holms Mae
Sweet · timeless
Holms Claire
French influence · crisp
Holms Jane
Literary · strong
Holms Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Holms right now?

Holding steady — currently #1951 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1951 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#195110stable
2022#195110stable
2021#195110stable
2020#195110stable
2019#195110
💎Holms 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 Holms?

Common
HolHo

Famous people named Holms

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Holms (historical community leader)
Holms led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Holms (historical community leader)
Holms led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Common questions about the name Holms

What does the name Holms mean?
Holms means "A Hebrew name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Hebrew 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 Holms?
Holms 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 Holms?
Holms originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Holms sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Holms flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Holms ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Holms a common or rare name?
Holms is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.