Hollis

Meaning dweller by the holly trees
Origin English
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Hollis
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Hol-lis

About Hollis

Strong, distinctive, and refreshingly unexpected, Hollis breaks the mold of traditional feminine naming patterns with confident independence. This name suggests parents who value substance and character over conventional sweetness, seeking something with backbone and presence. Hollis works equally well in creative fields and corporate environments, its versatility reflecting the unlimited potential of modern women. The name's solid, grounded quality provides a stable foundation while remaining interesting enough to spark conversation and curiosity. Girls named Hollis frequently develop leadership qualities and independent thinking, their name encouraging them to forge their own paths rather than follow predetermined routes. The gender-neutral quality of Hollis adds contemporary relevance while historical usage provides legitimacy and depth.

Variations of Name Hollis

Holis
Holliss
Hollys

Nicknames for Hollis

Holly
Ollie
Hol
Holli
Hollis

Famous People Named Hollis

Hollis BelgerAmerican writer and activist
Hollis ResnikAmerican actress
Hollis WatkinsAmerican civil rights activist
Hollis GillespieAmerican writer and humorist
Hollis PriceAmerican basketball player
Hollis ThompsonAmerican basketball player
Hollis DuncanAmerican artist
Hollis BrownAmerican musician
Hollis WoodsAmerican children's author
Hollis IrvingAmerican actress
Hollis LivermonAmerican poet
Hollis WilderAmerican pastry chef
Hollis MasonAmerican football player
Hollis ScarboroughAmerican musician
Hollis FramptonAmerican photographer
Hollis A. DanielsAmerican murderer
Hollis CheneryAmerican economist
Hollis KimbroughAmerican publisher
Hollis McDonaldAmerican activist

Characters Named Hollis

Hollis Brownfrom Bob Dylan's song "The Ballad of Hollis Brown"
Hollis Mannfrom the TV series "NCIS"
Hollis Masonfrom the graphic novel "Watchmen"
Hollis Wilsonfrom the TV series "Big Love"
Hollis Mulwrayfrom the film "Chinatown"
Hollis Woodsonfrom the TV series "House of Lies"
Hollis Doylefrom the TV series "Scandal"