Origin and Meaning of Kholby

A variation of Kolby, meaning 'from the dark village' or 'boldly protected'.

Origin: English - Originates from Norse 'kól', meaning 'dark', coupled with Old Norse 'býr', meaning 'village' or 'farm'.

• Kholby is a modern variant of the more traditional name Kolby, which has gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
• The name is relatively uncommon and is primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly the United States.
• Notable bearers include American personalities like Kholby Allard, who has gained attention in social media and entertainment.
• Kholby has seen fluctuating popularity, peaking in certain years in the 2000s but remains outside the top 1000 names in the U.S.
• Similar names include Kolby, Colby, and Koby, which share roots but have different cultural and phonetic variations.