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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AL-ee-sun /ˈæliˌsən/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: noble; Hebrew: my God is Yahweh
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Allyson is derived from the Old French name Alis, which itself is a diminutive of the name Alice, originating from the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning "noble kind" or "of noble birth." The transition from Adalheidis to Alis occurred through various linguistic adaptations, including the Latin form Adalheidis, which was used in medieval texts. The name entered the English language during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Old French names were adopted into English vernacular, leading to the emergence of forms like Alison and subsequently Allyson.
Historically, the name gained prominence through various notable figures and literary works. In the 12th century, the name Alison appeared in the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, particularly in "The Canterbury Tales," which helped to solidify its presence in English literature.
The name has also been associated with various saints, including Saint Alice, a figure venerated in medieval Christianity. The name's evolution continued through the centuries, with variations appearing in different cultures and languages, reflecting the name's adaptability and enduring appeal.
Culturally, Allyson and its variants have been associated with qualities of nobility and grace, resonating with themes of lineage and heritage. The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing strength and dignity.
Diminutive forms such as Ally have also emerged, further enriching the name's legacy. Overall, Allyson reflects a rich historical tapestry, embodying both linguistic evolution and cultural significance.
Famous people named Allyson
In this section, you will find notable people named Allyson. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Allyson who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Allyson Felix is an athlete best known for her Olympic gold medals, World Championships, and being a prominent sprinter.
Fictional characters named Allyson
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Allyson is a fictional character from the film series Halloween. She is the daughter of Karen and granddaughter of Laurie Strode, playing a crucial role in the fight against Michael Myers.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Allyson was first seen in the United States in 1945.
Allyson has ranked as high as #375 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Ohio, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Allyson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Allyson is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Allyson was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Allyson (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 62 | |
| CA | 44 | |
| FL | 25 | |
| NY | 12 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| NJ | 8 | |
| TN | 8 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| AL | 5 | |
| AR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Allyson.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 290 |
| 2023 | 265 |
| 2022 | 332 |
| 2021 | 413 |
| 2020 | 450 |
| 2019 | 476 |
| 2018 | 557 |
| 2017 | 641 |
| 2016 | 773 |
| 2015 | 908 |
| 2014 | 1,013 |
| 2013 | 1,008 |
| 2012 | 1,267 |
| 2011 | 1,213 |
| 2010 | 1,261 |
| 2009 | 1,318 |
| 2008 | 1,275 |
| 2007 | 1,261 |
| 2006 | 1,271 |
| 2005 | 1,271 |
| 2004 | 1,367 |
| 2003 | 1,306 |
| 2002 | 1,349 |
| 2001 | 1,221 |
| 2000 | 1,312 |
| 1999 | 1,483 |
| 1998 | 1,651 |
| 1997 | 1,335 |
| 1996 | 1,222 |
| 1995 | 1,291 |
| 1994 | 1,395 |
| 1993 | 1,345 |
| 1992 | 1,200 |
| 1991 | 1,141 |
| 1990 | 1,200 |
| 1989 | 1,120 |
| 1988 | 1,014 |
| 1987 | 962 |
| 1986 | 823 |
| 1985 | 665 |
| 1984 | 542 |
| 1983 | 458 |
| 1982 | 563 |
| 1981 | 492 |
| 1980 | 567 |
| 1979 | 551 |
| 1978 | 570 |
| 1977 | 562 |
| 1976 | 480 |
| 1975 | 455 |
| 1974 | 447 |
| 1973 | 463 |
| 1972 | 403 |
| 1971 | 454 |
| 1970 | 360 |
| 1969 | 304 |
| 1968 | 262 |
| 1967 | 274 |
| 1966 | 236 |
| 1965 | 453 |
| 1964 | 391 |
| 1963 | 316 |
| 1962 | 315 |
| 1961 | 276 |
| 1960 | 258 |
| 1959 | 244 |
| 1958 | 191 |
| 1957 | 104 |
| 1956 | 90 |
| 1955 | 88 |
| 1954 | 112 |
| 1953 | 107 |
| 1952 | 86 |
| 1951 | 108 |
| 1950 | 75 |
| 1949 | 66 |
| 1948 | 62 |
| 1947 | 53 |
| 1946 | 32 |
| 1945 | 18 |