Allison

Allison is a popular feminine given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old French name Alisone, which is a variant of the name Alice. The name Alice is believed to have originated from the Germanic name Adalheidis, which means "noble kind" or "of noble birth". Allison has been in use since the Middle Ages and has remained a popular name in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States. Famous individuals with the name Allison include actress Allison Janney, singer-songwriter Allison Krauss, and journalist Allison Kugel.

Allison rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)

• Rank 78. Sadie
• Rank 79. Natalia
• Rank 80. Quinn
• Rank 81. Caroline
• Rank 82. Allison
• Rank 83. Gabriella
• Rank 84. Anna
• Rank 85. Serenity
• Rank 86. Nevaeh

Nicknames for Allison

Ally	ˈæli	Shortened version of Allison
Ali	ˈɑːli	Alternative shortened version of Allison
Allie	ˈæli	Common nickname for Allison
Aly	ˈæli	Alternative spelling of Allie
Lissie	ˈlɪsi	Creative nickname for Allison
Sonny	ˈsʌni	A play on the "son" in Allison

Famous people named Allison

Name of the person	Known for	Explanation
Allison Janney	Actress	Best known for her role as C.J. Cregg on The West Wing.
Allison Williams	Actress	Best known for her role on the HBO series Girls.
Allison Stokke	Athlete	American track and field athlete and fitness model.
Allison Mack	Actress	Best known for her role on the TV series Smallville.
Allison Schmitt	Athlete	Olympic gold medalist swimmer.
Allison Tolman	Actress	Best known for her role on the TV series Fargo.
Allison Holker	Dancer	Professional dancer on Dancing with the Stars.
Allison Harvard	Model	Best known for her appearance on America's Next Top Model.
Allison Iraheta	Singer	American Idol season 8 finalist.
Allison Moorer	Singer-songwriter	Grammy-nominated musician and sister of Shelby Lynne.

Fictional character called Allison from pop culture

Allison Reynolds	The Breakfast Club	She is a member of the group of students who spend a Saturday in detention together.
Allison Argent	Teen Wolf	She is a main character who is a skilled hunter and love interest of the protagonist.
Allison Dubois	Medium	She is the protagonist of the show, who is a psychic medium working for the Phoenix District Attorney's office.
Allison Cameron	House	She is a main character and a member of the diagnostic team working under Dr. House.
Allison Hargreeves	The Umbrella Academy	She is one of the seven adopted siblings with superpowers in the show, who is able to manipulate reality.
Allison Reynolds	Pretty Little Liars	She is a recurring character and the sister of one of the main characters, who struggles with addiction.
Allison Blake	Eureka	She is a main character and the director of Global Dynamics in the show.
Allison Ng	Grand Budapest Hotel	She is a supporting character and the love interest of the protagonist, who is a hotel lobby boy.

Frequently Asked Questions about Allison

What is the origin of the name Allison?	The name Allison is of English origin.
What is the meaning of the name Allison?	The name Allison means "noble kind" or "noble sort".
Is Allison a popular name?	Yes, Allison is a moderately popular name in the United States and Canada.
What are some variations of the name Allison?	Variations of the name Allison include Alyson, Alison, Allyson, and Allie.
What famous people have the name Allison?	Famous people with the name Allison include actress Allison Janney, singer Allison Krauss, and author Allison Pearson.
Is Allison a unisex name?	No, Allison is typically a female name, although it can be used for males as well.
What are some nicknames for the name Allison?	Nicknames for Allison include Allie, Ally, Al, and Ali.
What is the popularity rank of the name Allison?	According to the Social Security Administration, Allison was the 44th most popular name for baby girls born in the United States in 2020.