Tollie is a unique and distinctive given name, believed to have originated as a diminutive of names like Toliver or Tolliver. It's composed of the elements 'tol' and 'lie', which may derive from Old English words meaning 'people' and 'dwelling'. This name, while not widely popular, adds a touch of individuality to those who bear it.
The name Tollie appeared sporadically over the years with a total of 40 births recorded between 1896 and 1987, showing some periods of increased popularity followed by long gaps.