Addison Foss

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Addison Foss — English
182K People worldwide
United States Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Addison Foss is a name that combines English origins. The first name Addison is a feminine given name of English origin. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures. The surname Foss: Aage Foss (1885–1952), Danish film actor Ambrose Foss (c. 1803–1862), Australian pharmacist Anders Foss (c. 1543–1607), Norwegian clergyman and Bishop of Bergen Anita Foss (1921–2015), American baseball player Austin Foss, American politician Betty Foss (1929–1998), American baseball player Brian Foss (1921–1997), British psychologist Brian Foss (art historian), Canadian art historian, academic, curator and writer Byron Foss (born 1979), American soccer player Charles Calveley Foss (1885–1953), English recipient of the Victoria Cross Chris Foss (born 1946), British illustrator Christopher F Fo. Addison is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 182K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Addison reached peak popularity in the 2010s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Addison

English

A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.

Surname: Foss

English

Aage Foss (1885–1952), Danish film actor Ambrose Foss (c. 1803–1862), Australian pharmacist Anders Foss (c. 1543–1607), Norwegian clergyman and Bishop of Bergen Anita Foss (1921–2015), American baseball player Austin Foss, American politician Betty Foss (1929–1998), American baseball player Brian Foss (1921–1997), British psychologist Brian Foss (art historian), Canadian art historian, academic, curator and writer Byron Foss (born 1979), American soccer player Charles Calveley Foss (1885–1953), English recipient of the Victoria Cross Chris Foss (born 1946), British illustrator Christopher F Fo.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Addison is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Addison by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Addison Foss

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Addison Foss:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Addison?
The first name Addison originates from English. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.
When was Addison most popular?
The name Addison reached its peak popularity during the 2010s.
What is the origin of the surname Foss?
The surname Foss originates from English. Aage Foss (1885–1952), Danish film actor Ambrose Foss (c. 1803–1862), Australian pharmacist Anders Foss (c. 1543–1607), Norwegian clergyman and Bishop of Bergen Anita Foss (1921–2015), American baseball player Austin Foss, American politician Betty Foss (1929–1998), American baseball player Brian Foss (1921–1997), British psychologist Brian Foss (art historian), Canadian art historian, academic, curator and writer Byron Foss (born 1979), American soccer player Charles Calveley Foss (1885–1953), English recipient of the Victoria Cross Chris Foss (born 1946), British illustrator Christopher F Fo.
How common is the surname Foss?
The surname Foss is shared by approximately 14K people worldwide.
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