Xavier vs Holden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holden

Boy #281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep valley; hollow valley"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#281
Total SSA Count
1,205
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Xavier Rank #102
Holden Rank #281

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 vs #281 for Holden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xavier or Holden more popular?

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Holden at #281 in the United States.

What do Xavier and Holden mean?

Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin). Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin).

Are Xavier and Holden boy or girl names?

Xavier is primarily a boy name. Holden is primarily a boy name.

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