Holland Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Holland Name at a Glance

Name	Holland
Meaning	'Henry VI, Part 2' John Holland.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Holland Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Holland means “'Henry VI, Part 2' John Holland”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Holland Name Origin

Our database records Holland under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Holland a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Holland is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Holland

When considering Holland for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.