Holmes Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHOLMZ / /hoʊmz/English; Old English
Meaning
English: 'holly' or 'dweller by the holly trees'; Old English: 'home'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Holmes has roots in Old English, where it is derived from the word 'holh', meaning 'hollow' or 'island'. It has been used as a surname and later adopted as a given name. The name is often associated with the famous fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in the late 19th century. This association has contributed to its recognition in popular culture.
Trend Summary
Holmes has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a given name in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Holm
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Holmes was first seen in the United States in 1880. Holmes has ranked as high as #810 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Holmes has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Holmes (1933)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 24 |
| 1916 | 19 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 20 |
| 1921 | 23 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 23 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 19 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |