Declining since 2007.
Popularity of Allysen since 1973
Babies named Allysen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 155 |
| 2000s | 255 |
| 2010s | 120 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
A less common variant of Alison, Allysen first appeared in American records in 1973 and reached its highest frequency in 2007. Since then, its usage has gradually declined, reflecting a wider trend away from creative spellings of traditional names. While it has never ranked in the top 1,000 names nationally, its appeal lies in its familiar sound and unique spelling. The name carries the noble meaning inherited from its Germanic roots, offering a distinctive option for parents seeking a name with both history and individuality.
Allysen is a modern spelling variant of Alison, which is a Norman French diminutive of Alice. Alice derives from the Old French name Aalis, a diminutive of Adelais, itself from the Germanic name Adalheidis, composed of elements adal ("noble") and heid ("kind, type"). The name has been in use in England since the Middle Ages, and spelling variants became especially popular in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ally, Lys, Sen
Sibling names for Allysen
Names that share Allysen's style, for a brother or sister.
