Holm

Holm is a Scandinavian surname derived from the Old Norse word “holmr,” meaning “island” or “piece of land surrounded by water.” As such, it is a common surname in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. People with the surname Holm can be found all over the world, as many Scandinavians emigrated to other countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Notable people with the surname Holm include Danish footballer Michael Holm and Swedish actress Cecilia Holm.