Alison Benn

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alison Benn — French
78K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alison Benn 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 Benn: Surname A. W. Benn (1843–1915), British rationalist/humanist writer Aluf Benn (born 1965), Israeli journalist, author and editor-in-chief of the Israeli national daily newspaper Haaretz Arrelious Benn (born 1988), American football player Arthur Shirley Benn, 1st Baron Glenravel (1858–1937), British politician Brindley Benn (1923–2009), Guyanese politician Brittany Benn (born 1989), Canadian rugby union player Caroline Benn (1926–2000), British writer, wife of Tony Benn Concetta Benn (1926–2011), Australian social worker Conor Benn (born 1996), British boxer, son of Nigel Benn Emily Benn (born. 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: Benn

English

Surname A. W. Benn (1843–1915), British rationalist/humanist writer Aluf Benn (born 1965), Israeli journalist, author and editor-in-chief of the Israeli national daily newspaper Haaretz Arrelious Benn (born 1988), American football player Arthur Shirley Benn, 1st Baron Glenravel (1858–1937), British politician Brindley Benn (1923–2009), Guyanese politician Brittany Benn (born 1989), Canadian rugby union player Caroline Benn (1926–2000), British writer, wife of Tony Benn Concetta Benn (1926–2011), Australian social worker Conor Benn (born 1996), British boxer, son of Nigel Benn Emily Benn (born.

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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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Numerology

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

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Benn?
The surname Benn originates from English. Surname A. W. Benn (1843–1915), British rationalist/humanist writer Aluf Benn (born 1965), Israeli journalist, author and editor-in-chief of the Israeli national daily newspaper Haaretz Arrelious Benn (born 1988), American football player Arthur Shirley Benn, 1st Baron Glenravel (1858–1937), British politician Brindley Benn (1923–2009), Guyanese politician Brittany Benn (born 1989), Canadian rugby union player Caroline Benn (1926–2000), British writer, wife of Tony Benn Concetta Benn (1926–2011), Australian social worker Conor Benn (born 1996), British boxer, son of Nigel Benn Emily Benn (born.
What are the origins of the name Alison Benn?
The name Alison Benn combines two different traditions: the first name Alison has French roots, while the surname Benn originates from English.
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