Unisex name · English
Hollis
“near the holly”
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Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Hollis — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Hollis is Old English — "dweller by the holly trees" — the winter-green surname that stays sharp and bright when everything else drops its leaves.
Rare and genuinely unisex, Hollis offers Holly's botany with a pinstripe finish.
Two crisp syllables with Hol and Liss as keys either direction. It pairs well with soft middles (Hollis Jane, Hollis Emmanuel). On our vibe map it is Nature-Inspired evergreen with Heirloom hedgerows and Modern Minimalist trim.
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All English names →Hollis — common questions
Is Hollis a boy or girl name?
Hollis is a unisex name — it is given to boys and girls alike, and we list it that way (English origin).
What does the name Hollis mean?
Hollis means “near the holly” of English origin. Hollis is Old English — "dweller by the holly trees" — the winter-green surname that stays sharp and bright when everything else drops its leaves.
Where does the name Hollis come from?
Hollis is English in origin. Rare and genuinely unisex, Hollis offers Holly's botany with a pinstripe finish.
How popular is Hollis?
Hollis ranked #894 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which keeps it recognisable but uncommon.
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