Holy Rummy's History Holy Rummy is a fascinating card game that combines strategy, luck, and social interaction. Its origins can be found in a number of traditional card garummy glee maxmes. Although the game's precise beginnings are still somewhat unclear, it is generally accepted that it developed from the traditional Rummy family, which has a lengthy history that dates back to the early 19th century. Many cultures and card-playing traditions, especially those from Europe and Asia, are believed to have influenced the game.