There are
494
Holmes in the USA
Holme is the
43651st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Holme

OliverWendell

Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. was an American jurist and served as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court from 1902-1932. He is known for his development of the 'clear and present danger' test and his influential dissenting opinions.

KatieHolmes

Katie Holmes is an American actress who gained fame for her role as Joey Potter on the television series 'Dawson's Creek.' She has since appeared in numerous films and television shows.

SherlockHolmes

Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective created by British author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Holmes is known for his keen powers of observation and deduction, and he has become one of the most famous characters in detective fiction.

JohnHolmstrom

John Holmstrom is an American cartoonist and writer, best known as the co-founder and editor of Punk magazine. He was instrumental in documenting the punk rock movement of the 1970s in New York City.

LenaOlin

Lena Olin is a Swedish actress who has appeared in numerous films and television shows. She gained international recognition for her roles in 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being' and 'Chocolat.'

HjalmarHolmquist

Hjalmar Holmquist was a Swedish composer and conductor. He composed a number of orchestral and choral works, and his compositions are known for their melodic and lyrical qualities.

IngridHolmquist

Ingrid Holmquist is a Swedish actress who has appeared in various films and television shows. She is known for her roles in Swedish crime dramas, including the 'Beck' series.

ErikHolmberg

Erik Holmberg is a Swedish filmmaker and founder of the production company Momento Film. He has directed and produced numerous documentaries and television programs.

AndersHolm

Anders Holm is an American comedian, actor, and writer. He is best known for his role as Blake Henderson on the television show 'Workaholics' and his appearances in films such as 'The Internship' and 'Game Over, Man!'

AnnikaHolmberg

Annika Holmberg is a Swedish journalist and television presenter. She has worked for various Swedish television networks and has covered a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, and current events.

Holme Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Holme' is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word 'holh,' which means 'a hollow or depression.' It is believed to have originally referred to someone who lived near a hollow or low-lying area.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Holme' is relatively rare and is most commonly found in England, particularly in the county of Yorkshire. It may also be found in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Holme' include 'Holmes' and 'Holm.'
Migration and ImmigrationThere have been instances of migration and immigration of individuals with the surname 'Holme.' Some individuals may have migrated from England to other countries, particularly during periods of economic or political turmoil.