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Holden vs Bryce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bryce

Boy #297 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"speckled, freckled"

Origin: Gaulish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#297
Total SSA Count
1,127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Holden Rank #281
Bryce Rank #297

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 vs #297 for Bryce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holden or Bryce more popular?

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 compared to Bryce at #297 in the United States.

What do Holden and Bryce mean?

Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin). Bryce means "speckled, freckled" (Gaulish/Celtic origin).

Are Holden and Bryce boy or girl names?

Holden is primarily a boy name. Bryce is primarily a boy name.

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