Holiday
HAH-luh-day
Holiday is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “An English name referring to a day of rest or celebration. A modern name, inspired by the concept.”. It currently ranks #5847 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2019.
What Holiday Means
“An English name referring to a day of rest or celebration. A modern name, inspired by the concept.”
The Story of Holiday
Imagine a name that embodies pure joy and the delightful anticipation of cherished moments, a celebration in sound.
Holiday is an English name that directly refers to a day of rest, celebration, or festivity. It emerged as a given name in the mid-20th century, inspired by the concept of joyous occasions and happy gatherings.
The name Holiday for your daughter conjures an aura of happiness and ease. It’s a name for a child who will approach life with a relaxed, sociable spirit, bringing cheer to every occasion.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#22 in 2019
Total Births
414
First Recorded
1952
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