Alysson Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AL-ee-sun /ˈæliˌsən/
Origin: English; French
Meaning: Noble; cheerful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alysson has its roots in the Old French name 'Alison', which itself is derived from the Germanic name 'Adalheidis', meaning 'noble kind' or 'of noble birth'. The name underwent various transformations as it moved through linguistic and cultural contexts, starting from the Germanic roots to Old French, and eventually making its way into Middle English as 'Alison'.
The name was popularized in England during the medieval period, particularly in the 12th century, when it became associated with the Anglo-Norman culture following the Norman Conquest of 1066. This period marked a significant blending of Anglo-Saxon and Norman traditions, leading to the adoption of many Old French names into the English lexicon.
Historically, the name Alison has been borne by notable figures, including Alison of Bury, a 12th-century English saint, and it appears in various literary works from the Middle Ages onward. The name gained further prominence through its use in Geoffrey Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales' in the 14th century, where it was associated with strong female characters.
The spelling variations, including Alysson, emerged over time, reflecting the evolving nature of language and naming conventions. Culturally, the name has been associated with themes of nobility and virtue, resonating with the ideals of chivalry and honor prevalent in medieval literature.
The diminutive form 'Ally' has also been used historically, providing a familiar and affectionate variant of the name. The enduring nature of Alysson and its variants can be attributed to their rich historical associations and the cultural significance of names that convey noble lineage and strength.
Famous people named Alysson
In this section, you will find notable people named Alysson. 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 Alysson who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Alysson Paradis is an actress best known for The Last House on the Left, The Horseman, and The Devil's Hand.
Alysson Stoner is an actress, singer, and dancer best known for Camp Rock, Cheaper by the Dozen, and The Suite Life of Zack & Cody.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alysson was first seen in the United States in 1974.
Alysson has ranked as high as #1252 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Arizona, Florida, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Alysson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Alysson 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 Alysson was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Alysson (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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| FL | 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 Alysson.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 46 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2022 | 48 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2019 | 46 |
| 2018 | 59 |
| 2017 | 64 |
| 2016 | 72 |
| 2015 | 71 |
| 2014 | 72 |
| 2013 | 66 |
| 2012 | 78 |
| 2011 | 83 |
| 2010 | 100 |
| 2009 | 95 |
| 2008 | 72 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 |