Hollie is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1597 in 2012 with 136 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 249 births ranking #817. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 45.4%. In 2012, approximately 1 in every 12,947 girls born was named Hollie. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Hollie is a softer spelling variant of Holly and carries the same holly-tree meaning. It feels bright, friendly, and gently festive.
The spelling grew as parents adapted the familiar nature name into a version that looked slightly more decorative. Its meaning stays clear while the tone becomes a touch softer on the page.