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GirlPronounced American English /ˈhɑl.i/; British English /ˈhɒl.i/English language family

Holly

A name meaning "saint".

Quick answer

Holly is a girl name meaning "saint".

Pronunciation: American English /ˈhɑl.i/; British English /ˈhɒl.i/.

GenderGirl
Meaningsaint
PronunciationAmerican English /ˈhɑl.i/; British English /ˈhɒl.i/
Language familyEnglish

Meaning and history

This name comes from the English word for the holly tree, ultimately derived from Old English holen. Holly Golightly is the main character in the novella Breakfast at Tiffany's (1958) by Truman Capote.

Notes and context

Usage: english