Holland
Holland is a girl's name of Dutch origin.
Meaning
Wooded land.
Origin and history
Holland is a geographic name derived from the historic region in the western Netherlands. Traditionally used as a surname or place name, it gained popularity in the United States as a fresh, nature-inspired geographic first name. In recent years, its usage for girls in the U.S. has risen noticeably.
Popularity in the United States
7,835 babies in the United States have been named Holland since 1880. It ranks #1890 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #587.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.4 %)
- CA (13 %)
- UT (8.1 %)
- NC (6.3 %)
- TN (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 42 |
| 1970-1980 | 105 |
| 1980-1990 | 403 |
| 1990-2000 | 627 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,112 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,602 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,934 |
Famous people named Holland
- Holland Taylor: Actress, Playwright
- Holland Roden: Actress
Nicknames
Holly, Hollie
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Old Dutch words 'holt' (wood) and 'land' (land), referring to a region covered in trees.
- Holland has seen a significant rise in U.S. popularity in the 2020s as parents favor distinct place names.