Holt vs Henderson

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

Popularity Comparison

Holt Rank #1,918
Henderson Rank #2,087

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 vs #2087 for Henderson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holt or Henderson more popular?

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 compared to Henderson at #2087 in the United States.

What do Holt and Henderson mean?

Holt means "small forest, wooded grove" (Old English origin). Henderson means "son of Hendry (Henry)" (Scottish origin).

Are Holt and Henderson boy or girl names?

Holt is primarily a boy name. Henderson is primarily a boy name.

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