What does the name Holden mean?

The name Holden means "Deep valley".

What is the origin of the name Holden?

Holden is a name of English origin.

How popular is the name Holden?

In 2023, 1,205 babies were named Holden in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Is Holden a boy's name?

Yes, Holden is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Holden

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Births Last Year: 1,205 →

All-Time Total: 31,353

Peak Year: 2018

Holden is of English origin, derived from the Old English words "hol" meaning "deep" and "denu" meaning "valley." It signifies a person from a deep valley.

Notable Namesakes

Holden Caulfield - Fictional character in "The Catcher in the Rye."
Holden Nowell - Canadian model in "Call Me Maybe" music video.
Holden Roberto - Angolan politician and independence leader.
Holden Thorp - American chemist and university administrator.
Holden Ray - American actor known for "The Outsiders" film.
Holden White - American football player for the New York Giants.
Holden Hayes - Australian actor in "Home and Away" TV series.
Holden McNeil - Fictional character in "Chasing Amy" film.
Holden ZA - South African musician and producer.
Holden On - Australian film director and screenwriter.

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Holden

Weston Marshall Silas Garrett Cooper Hudson Warren Easton

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Holden

Josie Piper Willow Lainey Kinsley Paisley Eleanor Finley

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

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