Allison
Allison: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈælɪsən/
Meaning and origin of Allison
- A male given name transferred from the surname, of mostly before 1950 usage.
- A female given name from the Germanic languages, of 1940s and later usage, variant of Alison.
Etymology
From a Middle English diminutive form of Alan, Alexander or Alice + -son.
How popular is Allison?
Since 1880, 319,119 girls and 3,825 boys in the U.S. have been named Allison (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #30 in 2009. Its highest rank for boys was #482 in 1896. In 2025 it ranked #103 for girls, with 2,570 babies given the name.
Names similar to Allison
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Allison
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Allison FAQ
What does the name Allison mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname, of mostly before 1950 usage. A female given name from the Germanic languages, of 1940s and later usage, variant of Alison. From a Middle English diminutive form of Alan, Alexander or Alice + -son.
What is the origin of the name Allison?
Allison is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Allison?
Since 1880, 319,119 girls and 3,825 boys in the U.S. have been named Allison (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #30 in 2009. Its highest rank for boys was #482 in 1896. In 2025 it ranked #103 for girls, with 2,570 babies given the name.
Is Allison a boy or girl name?
Allison is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 319,119 girls and 3,825 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.