Hollis vs Dash

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hollis

Boy #1,055 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"near the holly trees"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,055
Total SSA Count
208
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Dash

Boy #969 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to run fast, a burst of speed"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#969
Total SSA Count
232
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Hollis Rank #1,055
Dash Rank #969

Dash is more popular, ranked #969 vs #1055 for Hollis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hollis or Dash more popular?

Dash is more popular, ranked #969 compared to Hollis at #1055 in the United States.

What do Hollis and Dash mean?

Hollis means "near the holly trees" (Old English origin). Dash means "to run fast, a burst of speed" (Middle English origin).

Are Hollis and Dash boy or girl names?

Hollis is primarily a boy name. Dash is primarily a boy name.

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