Holly vs Rhode

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holly

Girl #419 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"holly tree"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#419
Total SSA Count
739
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Hols

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Popularity Comparison

Holly Rank #419
Rhode Rank #11,247

Holly is more popular, ranked #419 vs #11247 for Rhode.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Holly ___

  • Holly Mae
  • Holly Grace
  • Holly Jane
  • Holly Elizabeth
  • Holly Renee
  • Holly Ann

Rhode ___

  • Rhode James
  • Rhode William
  • Rhode Elliot
  • Rhode Oliver
  • Rhode Beckett
  • Rhode Sebastian

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Holly

Ivy Violet Rose Lily Oliver

If you choose Rhode

Atlas Caspian Loch Cove Dune

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holly or Rhode more popular?

Holly is more popular, ranked #419 compared to Rhode at #11247 in the United States.

What do Holly and Rhode mean?

Holly means "holly tree" (Old English origin). Rhode means "rose" (Greek origin).

Are Holly and Rhode boy or girl names?

Holly is primarily a girl name. Rhode is primarily a boy name.

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