Alison Arsenault

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alison Arsenault — French
78K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alison Arsenault is a name that combines French origins. The first name Alison is a feminine given name of French origin. Alison is a female given name in English-speaking countries. It was originally a medieval French nickname for Alis / Alys, an old form of Alice derived with the suffix -on or -son sometimes used in the former French nicknames. The Middle English form was Alisoun. The variant spelling Allison is the most common form in the United States. Other variations include Alisson, Allisson, Allyson, Allysson, Alyson, Alysson, Alicen and Alycen, with nicknames Allie, Alley, Alie, Ali, Ally, Aly, Al, Aley and Alli. Allison also has separate, disputed roots as a family name. The surname Arsenault: Adrien Arsenault (1889–1941), Canadian politician Adrienne Arsenault (born 1967), Canadian journalist Angela Arsenault, American politician Angèle Arsenault (1943–2014), Canadian-Acadian musician Aubin-Edmond Arsenault (1870–1968), Canadian politician Bona Arsenault (1903–1993), Canadian politician Damien Arsenault (born 1960), Canadian politician Daniel Arsenault, American photographer Duncan Arsenault (born 1974), American musician Frank Arsenault (1919–1974), American percussionist Gilles Arsenault, Canadian politician Isabelle Arsenault (born 1978), Canadian illustrator Jean-Michel Arsenau. Alison is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 78K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alison reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alison

French

Alison is a female given name in English-speaking countries. It was originally a medieval French nickname for Alis / Alys, an old form of Alice derived with the suffix -on or -son sometimes used in the former French nicknames. The Middle English form was Alisoun. The variant spelling Allison is the most common form in the United States. Other variations include Alisson, Allisson, Allyson, Allysson, Alyson, Alysson, Alicen and Alycen, with nicknames Allie, Alley, Alie, Ali, Ally, Aly, Al, Aley and Alli. Allison also has separate, disputed roots as a family name.

Surname: Arsenault

English

Adrien Arsenault (1889–1941), Canadian politician Adrienne Arsenault (born 1967), Canadian journalist Angela Arsenault, American politician Angèle Arsenault (1943–2014), Canadian-Acadian musician Aubin-Edmond Arsenault (1870–1968), Canadian politician Bona Arsenault (1903–1993), Canadian politician Damien Arsenault (born 1960), Canadian politician Daniel Arsenault, American photographer Duncan Arsenault (born 1974), American musician Frank Arsenault (1919–1974), American percussionist Gilles Arsenault, Canadian politician Isabelle Arsenault (born 1978), Canadian illustrator Jean-Michel Arsenau.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Alison Arsenault

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 Alison Arsenault:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Alison?
The first name Alison originates from French. Alison is a female given name in English-speaking countries. It was originally a medieval French nickname for Alis / Alys, an old form of Alice derived with the suffix -on or -son sometimes used in the former French nicknames. The Middle English form was Alisoun. The variant spelling Allison is the most common form in the United States. Other variations include Alisson, Allisson, Allyson, Allysson, Alyson, Alysson, Alicen and Alycen, with nicknames Allie, Alley, Alie, Ali, Ally, Aly, Al, Aley and Alli. Allison also has separate, disputed roots as a family name.
When was Alison most popular?
The name Alison reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Arsenault?
The surname Arsenault originates from English. Adrien Arsenault (1889–1941), Canadian politician Adrienne Arsenault (born 1967), Canadian journalist Angela Arsenault, American politician Angèle Arsenault (1943–2014), Canadian-Acadian musician Aubin-Edmond Arsenault (1870–1968), Canadian politician Bona Arsenault (1903–1993), Canadian politician Damien Arsenault (born 1960), Canadian politician Daniel Arsenault, American photographer Duncan Arsenault (born 1974), American musician Frank Arsenault (1919–1974), American percussionist Gilles Arsenault, Canadian politician Isabelle Arsenault (born 1978), Canadian illustrator Jean-Michel Arsenau.
What are the origins of the name Alison Arsenault?
The name Alison Arsenault combines two different traditions: the first name Alison has French roots, while the surname Arsenault originates from English.
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