Allison
girl name#103 in 2025Allison entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #30 in 2009, ranks #103 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1908–2025
#103
rank today
#30
peak (2009)
2,564
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1862 |
| 1910s | #1966 |
| 1920s | #1862 |
| 1930s | #1618 |
| 1940s | #1123 |
| 1950s | #471 |
| 1960s | #211 |
| 1970s | #94 |
| 1980s | #51 |
| 1990s | #41 |
| 2000s | #42 |
| 2010s | #49 |
| 2020s | #94 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Allison has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 311,000 people named Allison are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Allison alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Allison in 2025?
- Allison ranks #103 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,564 babies given the name.
- When was the name Allison most popular?
- Allison peaked in 2009, reaching #30 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Allison with classmates?
- Allison will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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