Holle is of German origin, derived from the Old High German word "hol" which means "whole". It has been used as a given name for girls since the Middle Ages. The name Holle gained popularity in Germany during the 19th century and has remained relatively common in the country to this day. Internationally, however, it is less widespread and may be considered somewhat unique outside of German-speaking countries. In literature, Holle appears as a character in the Brothers Grimm fairy tale "Holle's oven".
The name Holle experienced several periods of popularity with peaks in the mid-20th century and a consistent resurgence from the late 20th century onwards, with totals exceeding five births per year.