Alison
Alison is of French and Scottish origin, derived from Alice, meaning 'noble' or 'of noble kind.' It became popular as an independent name in medieval times and has maintained steady appeal through the centuries.
Current Popularity
#465 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Can be spelled Allison or Alison - both are widely accepted
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across English-speaking countries
- •Works well in both professional and casual settings
- •Has a gentle, approachable quality while maintaining sophistication
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Statistics
116,237
Total births since 1880
1980
Peak year
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