What is the origin of the name Allison?

Allison is a name of Scottish origin.

How popular is the name Allison?

Allison is currently ranked #99 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Allison?

Allison is pronounced AL-i-son.

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Allison

AL-i-son

Allison is a girl’s name of Scottish origin, meaning “Allison is a Scottish name, a variant of Alice, meaning 'noble kind'. It is also sometimes considered a patronymic surname.”. It currently ranks #99 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1994.

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OriginScottish

What Allison Means

“Allison is a Scottish name, a variant of Alice, meaning 'noble kind'. It is also sometimes considered a patronymic surname.”

The Story of Allison

A name of noble grace from Scotland, 'Allison' carries a spirit of intelligence and independence that feels destined for your daughter.

Allison is a Scottish given name, originating as a variation of the name Alice. It means 'noble kind' or 'of noble birth.' As a surname, it became prominent in medieval Scotland, referring to the son of 'Allis' or 'Alice.' It transitioned into a popular first name in the 19th century, carrying its sophisticated meaning across generations.

There's a strength and an inherent intelligence in the sound of 'Allison.' You can imagine it spoken with quiet authority, a name that commands respect yet feels warm. When you write 'Allison' on a birth announcement, you are bestowing a sense of noble independence, a spirit that is both creative and self-assured.