Clinton vs Holt

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

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Popularity Comparison

Clinton Rank #1,935
Holt Rank #1,918

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 vs #1935 for Clinton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clinton ___

  • Clinton James
  • Clinton Lee
  • Clinton Edward
  • Clinton Paul
  • Clinton Ray
  • Clinton Scott

Holt ___

  • Holt James
  • Holt William
  • Holt Edward
  • Holt Thomas
  • Holt River
  • Holt Finn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clinton

Preston Lyndon Grant Barbara Nancy

If you choose Holt

Wren Forrest Sloane Blythe Reed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clinton or Holt more popular?

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 compared to Clinton at #1935 in the United States.

What do Clinton and Holt mean?

Clinton means "hilltop estate" (Old English origin). Holt means "small forest, wooded grove" (Old English origin).

Are Clinton and Holt boy or girl names?

Clinton is primarily a boy name. Holt is primarily a boy name.

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