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Horace vs Hollis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Horace

Boy #5,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"relating to time or the hours"

Origin: Latin hora (time)

Cultural Roots

English American European Latin

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,423
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Horace Rank #5,423
Hollis Rank #1,055

Hollis is more popular, ranked #1055 vs #5423 for Horace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Horace or Hollis more popular?

Hollis is more popular, ranked #1055 compared to Horace at #5423 in the United States.

What do Horace and Hollis mean?

Horace means "relating to time or the hours" (Latin hora (time) origin). Hollis means "near the holly trees" (Old English origin).

Are Horace and Hollis boy or girl names?

Horace is primarily a boy name. Hollis is primarily a boy name.

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