Alyson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alyson is a name with roots in Old French and English, derived from Alicia, which ultimately comes from the Germanic name Adalheidis. The name means 'noble kind' and has evolved through various forms. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed positively in modern culture. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it has several common variants.
The name Alyson is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alyson has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alyson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7607th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1196th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 603rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 402nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 478th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 868th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alyson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alyson"
Pronunciation
/ˈælɪsən/
Origin
Old French and English
Etymology
Alyson is derived from the Old French name 'Alicia,' which is a diminutive form of the name 'Alice.' The name Alice itself comes from the Germanic name 'Adalheidis,' meaning 'noble kind' or 'nobility.'
Meaning
noble kind
Language Evolution
Alicia, Alice, Alyson
Historical Usage
Alyson began to gain popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, as variations of traditional names became more fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Alyssa, Alison, Allison
Modern Popularity & Image
Alyson is perceived as a modern, feminine name that carries a sense of sophistication and charm. It is considered friendly and approachable.
Famous People
Alyson Hannigan, an American actress known for her roles in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'How I Met Your Mother.', Alyson Stoner, an American actress, singer, and dancer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alyson"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alyson"
"Alyson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7607th of 9204 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1196th of 12526 | 1,418 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 603rd of 19264 | 4,531 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 402nd of 27321 | 9,775 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 478th of 35406 | 10,085 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 868th of 30306 | 3,751 |
Regional Popularity of "Alyson" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alyson" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
58.60% 1305th/2227 |
33.46% 813th/2430 |
51.14% 1459th/2853 |
38.81% 1077th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.29% 684th/2937 |
12.46% 434th/3483 |
21.18% 745th/3518 |
16.42% 664th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
9.58% 353rd/3685 |
6.57% 294th/4475 |
8.82% 458th/5194 |
8.17% 516th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
9.30% 426th/4582 |
8.46% 437th/5164 |
6.80% 497th/7313 |
6.91% 516th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.34% 1169th/3984 |
23.24% 1043rd/4487 |
12.37% 844th/6822 |
11.58% 727th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alyson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alyson" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.