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Name Origin

Alyson is a feminine given name, typically considered a variant spelling of Allison. It has English origins and means 'noble' or 'kind'.

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Famous People

Alyson Hannigan (1974-)

Actress

  • Known for her roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and How I Met Your Mother
  • Won several awards for her acting

Alyson Stoner (1993-)

Actress, Singer, Dancer

  • Known for her roles in Disney Channel productions like Camp Rock and The Suite Life of Zack & Cody
  • Released music under the name Alyson Stoner