Baby Name Poll Results

Holly vs. Holland (Nn Holly)

I'm torn! I love Holland as a full name with a nickname Holly. I'd love her to have choices for what to go by. I also just really love the name Holly. (Live in US, possibly distant Dutch ancestors but not major, just love the name.)

The Top Baby Name is...

Holly

78%

Holland (Nn Holly)

22%

Poll created: Jun 06, 2025

Total Votes: 27

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Comments

As both a place name and a surname, I don't care for Holland. On the other hand, I think Holly is lovely. It reminds me of Audrey Hepburn's character in the classic movie "Breakfast at Tiffany's". One vote for Holly.

posted by NameHog :: 1 month ago | report

Holland nn Hollie

posted by Guest :: 1 month ago | report

I prefer just Holly to Holland.

posted by Genevieve :: 1 month ago | report

Agree with @Namehog & @Genevieve.

posted by jupiter_sparkles :: 1 month ago | report

Holland seems more masculine

posted by A :: 1 month ago | report

If you love both, pick Holland so she can have options as she gets older. I also like the spelling Hollyn so it doesn't get confusing with Holland the location.

posted by Jessica :: 1 month ago | report

As far as place names for girls I think Holland is a bit masculine sounding I think Holly is very feminine. Berlin to me would be feminine for a place name Sienna and Florence being places in Italy, with Veronica for Verona as well. Any ways their are plenty of place names that don't "read: as much as "places" while holding more true to feminine names. I love Holly though. Holly is cheerful and sweet yet punctual.