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Name Origin

Allison is a feminine given name of German origin, meaning 'noble' or 'kind'. It is a variant of the name Alison, which in turn derives from the Old High German name Adalheidis.

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Famous People

Allison Janney (1959-)

Actress

Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress (2002)
Seven Primetime Emmy Awards
Known for roles in 'The West Wing', 'Mom', and 'I, Tonya'

Allison Krauss (1971-)

Singer-songwriter, musician

27 Grammy Awards (most awarded female artist in Grammy history)
Known for bluegrass music and collaborations with Robert Plant

Allison Brie (1982-)

Actress

Known for roles in 'Community', 'Mad Men', and 'GLOW'

Similar Names

Alison Allyson Alyson Ailsa

Sibling Names

Amelia

Both names are classic and feminine with a vintage charm, originating from similar English roots.

Evelyn

Similar in style to Allison, Evelyn shares a soft and elegant sound, both trending names with timeless appeal.

Lucas

A strong and classic name that provides a nice balance to Allison's gentle nature. Both names are popular and have similar origins in English.