Holtes

Holtes is a term that may refer to several English-language uses of the form Holte or Holt. It is not a widely established subject in its own right, but appears in onomastic and toponymic contexts as a surname or a place-name element.

Etymology and meaning: The root holt comes from Old English holt, meaning a wood, grove, or thicket. In English and related naming traditions, Holt(e) and its variants are common sources for family names and place names. The form Holtes can arise as a plural or possessive in historical records or as a modern surname in its own right.

Uses and occurrences: In contemporary sources, Holtes is most often encountered as a surname. It may also appear in historical documents as a plural form of Holte for a family or group associated with a particular place. There are no widely recognized towns, institutions, or cultural works centered on the exact term “Holtes.”

See also: Holt, Holte, Holtse, Holtz. These related names reflect the broader family of terms deriving from the Old English holt meaning wood or grove.