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Charley 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

Charley Rank #1,838
Holt Rank #1,918

Charley is more popular, ranked #1838 vs #1918 for Holt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charley or Holt more popular?

Charley is more popular, ranked #1838 compared to Holt at #1918 in the United States.

What do Charley and Holt mean?

Charley means "free man, strong man" (Old High German (Karl) origin). Holt means "small forest, wooded grove" (Old English origin).

Are Charley and Holt boy or girl names?

Charley is primarily a boy name. Holt is primarily a boy name.

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