Boaz vs Hollis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boaz

Boy #1,017 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"in him there is strength"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Jewish Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,017
Total SSA Count
219
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bo, Baz

Playground Safety Score

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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
Nicknames
Holli, Holly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Boaz Rank #1,017
Hollis Rank #1,055

Boaz is more popular, ranked #1017 vs #1055 for Hollis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Boaz ___

  • Boaz James
  • Boaz Samuel
  • Boaz David
  • Boaz Eli
  • Boaz Aaron
  • Boaz Noah

Hollis ___

  • Hollis James
  • Hollis Reed
  • Hollis Dean
  • Hollis Grant
  • Hollis Wayne
  • Hollis Finn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Boaz

Ruth Naomi Elijah Miriam Judah

If you choose Hollis

Callum Rowan Wren Hazel Birch

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boaz or Hollis more popular?

Boaz is more popular, ranked #1017 compared to Hollis at #1055 in the United States.

What do Boaz and Hollis mean?

Boaz means "in him there is strength" (Hebrew origin). Hollis means "near the holly trees" (Old English origin).

Are Boaz and Hollis boy or girl names?

Boaz is primarily a boy name. Hollis is primarily a boy name.

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