Alyssa vs Holley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alyssa

Boy #10,879 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, of noble kind"

Origin: Germanic via Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #10,879
Total SSA Count: 8
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Clarice Letroy Chiloh Lynne

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Holley

Boy #11,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"holly tree, evergreen plant with red berries"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #11,355
Total SSA Count: 8
Syllables: 2

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Frances Rhode Crit Kentlee

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Popularity Comparison

Alyssa Rank #10,879

Holley Rank #11,355

Alyssa is more popular, ranked #10879 vs #11355 for Holley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alyssa or Holley more popular?

Alyssa is more popular, ranked #10879 compared to Holley at #11355 in the United States.

What do Alyssa and Holley mean?

Alyssa means "noble, of noble kind" (Germanic via Old French origin). Holley means "holly tree, evergreen plant with red berries" (Old English origin).

Are Alyssa and Holley boy or girl names?

Alyssa is primarily a boy name. Holley is primarily a boy name.

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