Allison Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-ih-sun / ˈælɪsənEnglish; French
Meaning
Noble; of noble birth
Historical & Cultural Background
Allison is derived from the medieval name Alison, which itself is a diminutive of Alice. The name Alice comes from the Old French name Aalis, a form of Adelais, which is derived from the Germanic element 'adal' meaning noble. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 12th century. It has been used in various forms across different cultures and languages.
Trend Summary
Allison has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ally
- Allyson
- Alyson
International Variants
- Alicia (Spanish)
- Alessandra (Italian)
- Alison (Scottish)
Famous people named Allison
Allison Janney is an American actress known for her roles in television and film, including 'The West Wing' and 'I, Tonya'.
Allison Williams is an American actress and television producer, recognized for her role in the HBO series 'Girls'.
Allison Krauss is an American bluegrass-country singer and musician, celebrated for her work in the music industry.
Allison Mack is an American actress best known for her role in the television series 'Smallville'.
Fictional characters named Allison
Allison Argent is a character from the television series 'Teen Wolf', known for her skills as a hunter.
Allison Reynolds is a character in the film 'The Breakfast Club', representing the 'basket case' archetype.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Allison was first seen in the United States in 1908. Allison has ranked as high as #81 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Allison has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Allison (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 429 | |
| CA | 348 | |
| FL | 211 | |
| NY | 117 | |
| GA | 99 | |
| NC | 87 | |
| IL | 78 | |
| TN | 73 | |
| VA | 70 | |
| PA | 69 | |
| NJ | 69 | |
| AZ | 65 | |
| OH | 64 | |
| WA | 53 | |
| CO | 49 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 24 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 30 |
| 1919 | 19 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 32 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 37 |
| 1927 | 25 |
| 1928 | 22 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 21 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 26 |
| 1935 | 31 |
| 1936 | 30 |
| 1937 | 25 |
| 1938 | 27 |
| 1939 | 28 |
| 1940 | 24 |
| 1941 | 31 |
| 1942 | 34 |
| 1943 | 38 |
| 1944 | 45 |
| 1945 | 47 |
| 1946 | 85 |
| 1947 | 102 |
| 1948 | 130 |
| 1949 | 144 |
| 1950 | 157 |
| 1951 | 252 |
| 1952 | 255 |
| 1953 | 281 |
| 1954 | 290 |
| 1955 | 341 |
| 1956 | 402 |
| 1957 | 465 |
| 1958 | 987 |
| 1959 | 1,124 |
| 1960 | 1,068 |
| 1961 | 1,182 |
| 1962 | 1,313 |
| 1963 | 1,434 |
| 1964 | 2,077 |
| 1965 | 3,044 |
| 1966 | 1,768 |
| 1967 | 1,452 |
| 1968 | 1,536 |
| 1969 | 1,651 |
| 1970 | 2,630 |
| 1971 | 3,018 |
| 1972 | 2,797 |
| 1973 | 2,904 |
| 1974 | 2,959 |
| 1975 | 3,347 |
| 1976 | 4,028 |
| 1977 | 4,205 |
| 1978 | 3,864 |
| 1979 | 4,407 |
| 1980 | 4,868 |
| 1981 | 4,905 |
| 1982 | 5,171 |
| 1983 | 4,973 |
| 1984 | 6,040 |
| 1985 | 7,028 |
| 1986 | 7,575 |
| 1987 | 7,340 |
| 1988 | 7,145 |
| 1989 | 7,283 |
| 1990 | 7,134 |
| 1991 | 6,773 |
| 1992 | 6,903 |
| 1993 | 7,729 |
| 1994 | 8,150 |
| 1995 | 8,126 |
| 1996 | 7,455 |
| 1997 | 7,274 |
| 1998 | 7,861 |
| 1999 | 7,026 |
| 2000 | 6,315 |
| 2001 | 6,214 |
| 2002 | 6,239 |
| 2003 | 5,850 |
| 2004 | 5,873 |
| 2005 | 5,634 |
| 2006 | 5,564 |
| 2007 | 5,454 |
| 2008 | 6,241 |
| 2009 | 6,581 |
| 2010 | 5,867 |
| 2011 | 5,472 |
| 2012 | 5,427 |
| 2013 | 5,445 |
| 2014 | 5,476 |
| 2015 | 5,356 |
| 2016 | 4,782 |
| 2017 | 4,036 |
| 2018 | 3,693 |
| 2019 | 3,439 |
| 2020 | 3,159 |
| 2021 | 3,138 |
| 2022 | 2,711 |
| 2023 | 2,646 |
| 2024 | 2,622 |