Alison
girl name#476 in 2025Alison entered the US charts in 1905, peaked at #96 in 1986, ranks #476 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1905–2025
#476
rank today
#96
peak (1986)
644
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1800 |
| 1910s | #1939 |
| 1920s | #2048 |
| 1930s | #1241 |
| 1940s | #783 |
| 1950s | #360 |
| 1960s | #250 |
| 1970s | #137 |
| 1980s | #108 |
| 1990s | #161 |
| 2000s | #248 |
| 2010s | #326 |
| 2020s | #464 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alison has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 111,000 people named Alison are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alison alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alison in 2025?
- Alison ranks #476 among US girl names in 2025, with 644 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alison most popular?
- Alison peaked in 1986, reaching #96 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alison with classmates?
- Alison will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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