Holley vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holley

Girl #4,321 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"holy, sacred (possible folk etymology connection)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,321
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Holls, Lee

Playground Safety Score

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James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5
Total SSA Count
11,793
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jim, Jimmy, Jamie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Holley Rank #4,321
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4321 for Holley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Holley ___

  • Holley Marie
  • Holley Ann
  • Holley Grace
  • Holley Renee
  • Holley Jean
  • Holley Kay

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Holley

Ivy Violet Lily Daisy Rose

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holley or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Holley at #4321 in the United States.

What do Holley and James mean?

Holley means "holy, sacred (possible folk etymology connection)" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Holley and James boy or girl names?

Holley is primarily a girl name. James is primarily a boy name.

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