Holmes Name Meaning & Origin
/HOHLMZ/Name Origin
The surname 'Holmes' is of English origin, derived from the Old English word 'holm,' meaning 'island' or 'river meadow.' It is a locational surname for someone who lived near a small island or dry land in a fen. The name is common in English-speaking countries, especially the United Kingdom and countries with British heritage.
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British (English) 70% -
American (English-American) 20% -
Canadian (English-Canadian) 10%
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Name Details
- Last Name: Holmes
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Holmes Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 9
People with this name tend to be: Humanitarian, generous and compassionate.