HOLMES
The meaning of the boy name Holmes is FROM THE RIVER ISLAND.
Details on HOLMES:
- Gender:
- Boy
- Meaning(s):
- From the river island
- Popularity for Boy:
- 26,125th in the USA (bottom 35%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
6 births
HOLMES as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of HOLMES:
The name Holmes is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Holmes is: From the river island.
The name Holmes is a Scandinavian baby name. In Scandinavian the meaning of the name Holmes is: Home by the river.
The name Holmes is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Holmes is: Son of Holman.
USA birth(s) for HOLMES by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name HOLMES
HOLMES as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 births |
| 2022 | 5 births |
| 2021 | 5 births |
| 2019 | 6 births |
| 2013 | 8 births |
| 1980 | 5 births |
| 1971 | 5 births |
| 1970 | 5 births |
| 1968 | 6 births |
| 1956 | 7 births |
| 1955 | 8 births |
| 1954 | 7 births |
| 1953 | 9 births |
| 1951 | 9 births |
| 1950 | 8 births |
| 1949 | 5 births |
| 1947 | 10 births |
| 1945 | 9 births |
| 1944 | 8 births |
| 1943 | 13 births |
| 1942 | 7 births |
| 1941 | 14 births |
| 1940 | 10 births |
| 1939 | 10 births |
| 1938 | 11 births |
| 1937 | 9 births |
| 1936 | 10 births |
| 1935 | 8 births |
| 1933 | 19 births |
| 1932 | 18 births |
| 1931 | 9 births |
| 1930 | 9 births |
About the name HOLMES
Holmes, a name steeped in history and intrigue, dances delicately between the realms of the familiar and the extraordinary. Originating from the Old English word "holme," meaning a small island or islet, it evokes images of serene landscapes where water meets land, inviting a sense of calm and contemplation. Traditionally associated with the English surname, Holmes carries with it the legacy of deductive reasoning and mystery, notably embodied by the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes, whose keen intellect and unyielding curiosity have captured hearts worldwide. This name finds its roots primarily in England, where it flourished, but it has also journeyed across the seas, making its mark in countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, often symbolizing both strength and cleverness. With its rich connotations of wisdom and insight, Holmes stands as a timeless choice, offering a gentle nod to the power of observation in a world brimming with secrets waiting to be unraveled.
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