Alyson
Alyson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Alyson
- A female given name.
Etymology
Rare variant of Alison.
How popular is Alyson?
Since 1880, 29,730 girls and 10 boys in the U.S. have been named Alyson (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #346 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #6756 in 1986. In 2025, 157 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Alyson
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Alyson FAQ
What does the name Alyson mean?
A female given name. Rare variant of Alison.
How popular is the name Alyson?
Since 1880, 29,730 girls and 10 boys in the U.S. have been named Alyson (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #346 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #6756 in 1986. In 2025, 157 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Alyson a boy or girl name?
Alyson is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 29,730 girls and 10 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.