Allie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-ee / /ˈæli/English; diminutive of Alexander
Meaning
Defender of men; helper
Historical & Cultural Background
Allie is often used as a diminutive of Alexander, which has roots in Greek. The name Alexander has been popular throughout history, particularly due to figures such as Alexander the Great. Allie has gained popularity as a standalone name in recent years, often used for both boys and girls. Its friendly and approachable sound contributes to its appeal.
Trend Summary
Allie has seen a rise in popularity as a unisex name in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ally
- Aly
International Variants
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alessandro (Italian)
Famous people named Allie
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Fictional characters named Allie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Allie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Allie has ranked as high as #829 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Kentucky, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Allie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Allie (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 31 |
| 1881 | 21 |
| 1882 | 27 |
| 1883 | 24 |
| 1884 | 26 |
| 1885 | 19 |
| 1886 | 21 |
| 1887 | 20 |
| 1888 | 38 |
| 1889 | 12 |
| 1890 | 22 |
| 1891 | 25 |
| 1892 | 29 |
| 1893 | 26 |
| 1894 | 22 |
| 1895 | 33 |
| 1896 | 31 |
| 1897 | 19 |
| 1898 | 27 |
| 1899 | 15 |
| 1900 | 27 |
| 1901 | 18 |
| 1902 | 29 |
| 1903 | 18 |
| 1904 | 14 |
| 1905 | 17 |
| 1906 | 23 |
| 1907 | 18 |
| 1908 | 19 |
| 1909 | 19 |
| 1910 | 22 |
| 1911 | 34 |
| 1912 | 31 |
| 1913 | 38 |
| 1914 | 66 |
| 1915 | 69 |
| 1916 | 63 |
| 1917 | 64 |
| 1918 | 72 |
| 1919 | 56 |
| 1920 | 76 |
| 1921 | 61 |
| 1922 | 56 |
| 1923 | 81 |
| 1924 | 71 |
| 1925 | 73 |
| 1926 | 53 |
| 1927 | 62 |
| 1928 | 46 |
| 1929 | 45 |
| 1930 | 43 |
| 1931 | 50 |
| 1932 | 47 |
| 1933 | 47 |
| 1934 | 32 |
| 1935 | 35 |
| 1936 | 27 |
| 1937 | 29 |
| 1938 | 32 |
| 1939 | 28 |
| 1940 | 37 |
| 1941 | 31 |
| 1942 | 31 |
| 1943 | 26 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 18 |
| 1946 | 37 |
| 1947 | 32 |
| 1948 | 26 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1950 | 25 |
| 1951 | 22 |
| 1952 | 27 |
| 1953 | 33 |
| 1954 | 29 |
| 1955 | 27 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |