Holden

The name Holden conveys the image of a geographical feature, likely indicating a person of depth or strong foundation, analogous to the characteristics of a valley.

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Holden is of Old English origin deriving from 'holen' meaning 'hollow' or 'deep valley'. Historically, it was a surname associated with families who resided in such valleys.

  • Popularity: 555th
  • Babies named Holden in the US in 2023:
    Female: 15
    Male: 1171
  • Nicknames: Holdy, Holdee, Den, Denny, Hole.
  • Full Names: Holden Caulfield, Holden Smith, Holden Worth, Holden King, Holden Carter.
  • Famous Namesakes: Holden Caulfield-Fictional Character, Holden Ford-Fictional Character, Holden Matthews-Musician, Holden Thorp-Chemist, Holden Alonso-Race Car Driver.
  • Gender: Typically used as a masculine name.
  • Numerology: Holden resonates strongly with influence and personal goals, often associated with the number 3. This inspires those named Holden to creative pursuits and high energy activities.

Historically, Holden has been a relatively uncommon but increasingly popular choice due to cultural influences, particularly since the publication of J.D. Salinger's novel 'The Catcher in the Rye' in 1951, leading to a resurgence in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

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