Alison Thies

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alison Thies — French
78K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alison Thies 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 Thies: Thies Christophersen (1918–1997), German Holocaust denier Thies Kaspareit (born 1964), German equestrian Surname Annelies Thies (born 1969), Dutch sailor Bill Thies, American computer scientist Brian Thies, American comic book creator Dave Thies (born 1937), American professional baseball pitcher Dré Thies (born 1967), American rower Dick Thies (born 1938), American actor Hans-Jürgen Thies (born 1955), German politician Jake Thies (1926–2013), American Major League Baseball pitcher Joyce Thies, American writer of romance novels Nancy Thies (born 1957), American gymnast 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: Thies

English

Thies Christophersen (1918–1997), German Holocaust denier Thies Kaspareit (born 1964), German equestrian Surname Annelies Thies (born 1969), Dutch sailor Bill Thies, American computer scientist Brian Thies, American comic book creator Dave Thies (born 1937), American professional baseball pitcher Dré Thies (born 1967), American rower Dick Thies (born 1938), American actor Hans-Jürgen Thies (born 1955), German politician Jake Thies (1926–2013), American Major League Baseball pitcher Joyce Thies, American writer of romance novels Nancy Thies (born 1957), American gymnast

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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:

1900s
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Notable People Named Alison Thies

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 Thies:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Thies?
The surname Thies originates from English. Thies Christophersen (1918–1997), German Holocaust denier Thies Kaspareit (born 1964), German equestrian Surname Annelies Thies (born 1969), Dutch sailor Bill Thies, American computer scientist Brian Thies, American comic book creator Dave Thies (born 1937), American professional baseball pitcher Dré Thies (born 1967), American rower Dick Thies (born 1938), American actor Hans-Jürgen Thies (born 1955), German politician Jake Thies (1926–2013), American Major League Baseball pitcher Joyce Thies, American writer of romance novels Nancy Thies (born 1957), American gymnast
What are the origins of the name Alison Thies?
The name Alison Thies combines two different traditions: the first name Alison has French roots, while the surname Thies originates from English.
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