| Meaning | dweller by the holly trees |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Hollis |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Hol-lis |
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.
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| Holliss |
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| Holli |
| Hollis Belger | American writer and activist |
| Hollis Resnik | American actress |
| Hollis Watkins | American civil rights activist |
| Hollis Gillespie | American writer and humorist |
| Hollis Price | American basketball player |
| Hollis Thompson | American basketball player |
| Hollis Duncan | American artist |
| Hollis Brown | American musician |
| Hollis Woods | American children's author |
| Hollis Irving | American actress |
| Hollis Livermon | American poet |
| Hollis Wilder | American pastry chef |
| Hollis Mason | American football player |
| Hollis Scarborough | American musician |
| Hollis Frampton | American photographer |
| Hollis A. Daniels | American murderer |
| Hollis Chenery | American economist |
| Hollis Kimbrough | American publisher |
| Hollis McDonald | American activist |
| Hollis Brown | from Bob Dylan's song "The Ballad of Hollis Brown" |
| Hollis Mann | from the TV series "NCIS" |
| Hollis Mason | from the graphic novel "Watchmen" |
| Hollis Wilson | from the TV series "Big Love" |
| Hollis Mulwray | from the film "Chinatown" |
| Hollis Woodson | from the TV series "House of Lies" |
| Hollis Doyle | from the TV series "Scandal" |