Emerald vs Holston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emerald

Boy #4,117 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"green gemstone"

Origin: Greek via Old French

English American

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Boy #3,923 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"settlement of Holston, holly stone homestead"

Origin: Old English

American English Southern American

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Emerald Rank #4,117

Holston Rank #3,923

Holston is more popular, ranked #3923 vs #4117 for Emerald.

Is Emerald or Holston more popular?

Holston is more popular, ranked #3923 compared to Emerald at #4117 in the United States.

What do Emerald and Holston mean?

Emerald means "green gemstone" (Greek via Old French origin). Holston means "settlement of Holston, holly stone homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Emerald and Holston boy or girl names?

Emerald is primarily a boy name. Holston is primarily a boy name.