What Does the Name Hollis Mean
The name Hollis comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Hollis below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Hollis Name Meaning
& f EnglishFrom an English surname which was derived from Middle English holis "holly trees". It was originally given to a person who lived near a group of those trees.
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