Allison

Name:

Allison

Pronounced: AL-ih-sun

Variations: Alyson, Alysson, Alison, Allyson

Origin:

English

Meaning:

Allison is an English name that means "noble kind." It is a variation of the name Alice, which comes from the Old French name Aalis. The name Alice became popular in England in the 12th century and has since evolved into variations such as Allison.

Popularity:

Allison is a moderately popular name in the United States and other English-speaking countries, but its popularity has been declining in recent years.

Did you know?

The name Allison has been used by several celebrities for their children, including Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, and Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner.

Famous namesakes:

Allison Janney is an American actress known for her roles in films such as "Juno" and "The Help", as well as television shows such as "The West Wing" and "Mom". She has won numerous awards for her work, including multiple Emmy Awards and an Academy Award. Allison Williams is an American journalist and television host who is best known for her work as a news anchor on MSNBC. She has also worked as a correspondent for NBC News and has been recognized for her reporting on topics such as the Ebola virus and the 2016 presidential election.

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