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Holden

“Hollow valley.”

HOHL-den English origin 6 letters 2 syllables
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Holden

Hollow valley.

English

Name Details & Attributes

Meanings

Valley Hollow

Origin

Religion

Themes

Personality Traits

Syllables

2

About this name

Holden is a handsome, literary Western name of English origin, forever linked to the iconic character Holden Caulfield. It has a slightly rugged, accessible charm and a gentle, natural meaning.

It means "Hollow valley." Holden has a popularity score of 85 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced HOHL-den. It is traditionally associated with Christian. It is associated with themes of Nature, Literature and Valleys. Its listed personality traits are Thoughtful, Independent and Accessible. It has 2 syllables and 6 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Halden.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Holden mean?

The name Holden means "Hollow valley."

What origin is the name Holden?

Holden is of English origin.

Is Holden a boy or girl name?

Holden is traditionally a boy's name.

How do you pronounce Holden?

Holden is pronounced HOHL-den.

Is Holden popular?

Holden has a popularity score of 85 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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