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Austen vs Holt

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holt

Boy #1,918 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small forest, wooded grove"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,918
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Austen Rank #1,986
Holt Rank #1,918

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 vs #1986 for Austen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Austen or Holt more popular?

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 compared to Austen at #1986 in the United States.

What do Austen and Holt mean?

Austen means "majestic, venerable" (Latin Augustus origin). Holt means "small forest, wooded grove" (Old English origin).

Are Austen and Holt boy or girl names?

Austen is primarily a boy name. Holt is primarily a boy name.

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