Holley

English nature name

Holley Origin and Meaning

The name Holley is a girl's name.

Holley is a feminine name that originated as a variant spelling of Holly, derived from the English word for the holly tree with its distinctive red berries and green leaves. The name carries strong associations with Christmas and winter celebrations, symbolizing hope and festivity. This particular spelling with an 'e' gives the name a slightly more unusual appearance while maintaining its natural origins. Holley first gained modest popularity in the mid-20th century but has remained relatively uncommon. It has a friendly, approachable quality with its cheerful sound pattern. The name blends traditional nature-inspired naming with a subtle spelling twist, appealing to parents who appreciate botanical names but desire something slightly distinctive from the more common Holly.

Famous People Named Holley

• Holley Ann Dorrough American model
• Holley Mangold American Olympic weightlifter and contestant on TV's "The Biggest Loser"
• Holley Fain American actress
• Holley Rubinsky Canadian fiction writer
• Robert W. Holley winner of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine

The name Holley in Pop Culture

• Holley Shiftwell car character in Pixar's "Cars 2"