Carl vs Hollis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carl

Boy #1,035 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"free man"

Origin: Old High German 'karl'

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,035
Total SSA Count
215
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Carl Rank #1,035
Hollis Rank #1,055

Carl is more popular, ranked #1035 vs #1055 for Hollis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Carl ___

  • Carl James
  • Carl Edward
  • Carl Thomas
  • Carl Frederick
  • Carl William
  • Carl Anthony

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 Carl

Ernest Walter Harold Dorothy Mildred

If you choose Hollis

Callum Rowan Wren Hazel Birch

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carl or Hollis more popular?

Carl is more popular, ranked #1035 compared to Hollis at #1055 in the United States.

What do Carl and Hollis mean?

Carl means "free man" (Old High German 'karl' origin). Hollis means "near the holly trees" (Old English origin).

Are Carl and Hollis boy or girl names?

Carl is primarily a boy name. Hollis is primarily a boy name.

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