Holden
Holden is an boy name of Old English origin, meaning “Hollow valley”.
| Meaning | Hollow valley |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Old English |
| Pronunciation | HOHL-dun |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Holden
Holden began as an English surname taken from places in Lancashire and Yorkshire, from Old English hol, 'hollow', and denu, 'valley'. As a first name it owes almost everything to Holden Caulfield, the troubled teenage narrator of J. D. Salinger's 1951 novel The Catcher in the Rye. It started rising in American use in the 1990s along with other surname-style names. In Australia the word also recalls the Holden car brand.
Is Holden a religious name?
Holden is a place-name surname with no religious background.
How popular is Holden?
Moderately used in the United States and Canada; less common in Britain.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Holden mean?
Holden means 'Hollow valley'. It is of Old English origin.
Does Holden have a religious meaning?
Holden is a place-name surname with no religious background.
How do you pronounce Holden?
Holden is pronounced HOHL-dun.
Is Holden a boy or girl name?
Holden is usually a boy name.