Allison Buckland

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Allison Buckland — noble
143K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Allison Buckland is a name that combines French origins. The first name Allison 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 Buckland: Andrew Buckland (playwright) (born 4 February 1954), South African playwright, performer and academic. Anne Walbank Buckland (1832–1899), English anthropologist, travel writer and author Caleb Henry Buckland, Canadian politician Francis Trevelyan Buckland (1826–1880), English surgeon, zoologist and natural historian Frank Buckland (ice hockey) (1902–1991), Canadian sports administrator Frank Buckland (politician) (1847–1915), New Zealand MP Herbert Tudor Buckland (1869–1951), British architect James Buckland (born 1981), English rugby union player Jessie Buckland (1878–1939), New Zealand photo. Allison is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 143K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Allison reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Allison

Meaning: noble

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: Buckland

English

Andrew Buckland (playwright) (born 4 February 1954), South African playwright, performer and academic. Anne Walbank Buckland (1832–1899), English anthropologist, travel writer and author Caleb Henry Buckland, Canadian politician Francis Trevelyan Buckland (1826–1880), English surgeon, zoologist and natural historian Frank Buckland (ice hockey) (1902–1991), Canadian sports administrator Frank Buckland (politician) (1847–1915), New Zealand MP Herbert Tudor Buckland (1869–1951), British architect James Buckland (born 1981), English rugby union player Jessie Buckland (1878–1939), New Zealand photo.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Allison Buckland

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 Allison Buckland:

6
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Allison?
The first name Allison 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 Allison most popular?
The name Allison reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Buckland?
The surname Buckland originates from English. Andrew Buckland (playwright) (born 4 February 1954), South African playwright, performer and academic. Anne Walbank Buckland (1832–1899), English anthropologist, travel writer and author Caleb Henry Buckland, Canadian politician Francis Trevelyan Buckland (1826–1880), English surgeon, zoologist and natural historian Frank Buckland (ice hockey) (1902–1991), Canadian sports administrator Frank Buckland (politician) (1847–1915), New Zealand MP Herbert Tudor Buckland (1869–1951), British architect James Buckland (born 1981), English rugby union player Jessie Buckland (1878–1939), New Zealand photo.
What are the origins of the name Allison Buckland?
The name Allison Buckland combines two different traditions: the first name Allison has French roots, while the surname Buckland originates from English.
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