Rising since 1991, #511 for girls today.
Popularity of Alisson since 1973
Babies named Alisson per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 36 |
| 1980s | 59 |
| 1990s | 105 |
| 2000s | 1,296 |
| 2010s | 3,052 |
| 2020s | 2,496 |
Meaning & origin
Alisson is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1973. As of 2025, it ranks 511th with a 1-in-2,771 birth rate, and its peak year is also 2025, reflecting a steady rise in popularity since 1991. The name is most popular in New Mexico, Arkansas, and Maryland. As a variant of the established Allison, Alisson offers a slightly less common spelling while retaining the familiar sound. Its trajectory of rising usage indicates growing appeal among parents seeking a name that feels both contemporary and connected to the classic Alice lineage.
Alisson is a modern spelling variant of Allison, itself a diminutive of Alice, derived from the Old French name Aalis, a form of the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind' or 'noble sort'. The spelling with one 'l' emerged in the late 20th century, likely influenced by the popularity of names like Alison and the desire for a distinctive but familiar sound. It has predominantly been used for girls in the United States since its first recorded appearance in 1973.
Where Alisson is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Alisson” around the world
Where Alisson lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Allie, Ali, Sonny
Sibling names for Alisson
Names that share Alisson's style, for a brother or sister.
