Holder
Pronunciation: [ h-OHLD-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Holder first appeared in US Social Security records in 2014.
Over 26 babies have been named Holder in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Holder is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #24,522 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #24,522
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Holder
Holder is a boy name .
Holder is currently ranked #24,522 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Holder include Hol, Hoy, Holie, and Holdie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Holder include Holden . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis