NAME PROFILE
Alison
Alison is of Old French origin, meaning 'noble' or 'exalted.' It is a timeless name that carries a sense of elegance and grace. People named Alison often embody warmth, creativity, and a strong sense of loyalty.
Key Stats
| Total births | 117,481 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1986 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1915 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 22%MA — 21%CA — 20%PA — 19%NJ — 18%
Notable People
Alison Brie (Actress, *Community* and *Mad Men*) · Alison Krauss (Musician, bluegrass and country singer) · Alison Bechdel (Cartoonist, known for *Fun Home*) · Alison Moyet (Singer-songwriter, known for her work in the 1980s) · Alison Wonderland (DJ and music producer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
AliAllie
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