All names A–Z

Hollis

HOL-is2 syllables
Not yet rated

Derived from a surname meaning 'dweller at the holly trees'. (English)

What does Hollis mean?

English: Derived from a surname meaning 'dweller at the holly trees'.. Hollis is of English origin, derived from a surname meaning 'dweller at the holly trees'.

Is Hollis a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.

Hollis in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Hollis in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Hollis suit?

Classic
Human name

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Hollis the Adventurer

The other pups are wagging tails, wondering if Hollis will lead the way on a grand expedition. After all, who better than a dweller at the holly trees to find the best hiding spots in the playgroup?

Like Hollis? Let the Matchmaker do the rest

Eight personalised picks that fit your dog's character — each with a reason it fits.

Naming a new puppy?

A great name is step one. Our force-free puppy training builds confidence and recall — that new name gets a workout.