Allison Kistler

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Allison Kistler — noble
143K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Allison Kistler 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 Kistler: Cyrill Kistler (1848–1907), German composer Darci Kistler (born 1964), American ballerina Doug Kistler (1938—1980), American basketball player Jon Kistler (born 2003), Swiss ski mountaineer Lynton Richards Kistler (1897–1993), American master printmaker, small book publisher, and author Mark D Kistler (born 1963), American artist Rives Kistler (born 1969), American judge Stefan Kistler (1900–?), German soldier and skier, competitor in the 1928 Winter Olympics (military patrol) Steven Kistler (1900–1975), American scientist, inventor of aerogels Walter Kistler (1918–2015), Swiss physicist and i. 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: Kistler

English

Cyrill Kistler (1848–1907), German composer Darci Kistler (born 1964), American ballerina Doug Kistler (1938—1980), American basketball player Jon Kistler (born 2003), Swiss ski mountaineer Lynton Richards Kistler (1897–1993), American master printmaker, small book publisher, and author Mark D Kistler (born 1963), American artist Rives Kistler (born 1969), American judge Stefan Kistler (1900–?), German soldier and skier, competitor in the 1928 Winter Olympics (military patrol) Steven Kistler (1900–1975), American scientist, inventor of aerogels Walter Kistler (1918–2015), Swiss physicist and i.

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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 Kistler

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 Kistler:

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.

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 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 Kistler?
The surname Kistler originates from English. Cyrill Kistler (1848–1907), German composer Darci Kistler (born 1964), American ballerina Doug Kistler (1938—1980), American basketball player Jon Kistler (born 2003), Swiss ski mountaineer Lynton Richards Kistler (1897–1993), American master printmaker, small book publisher, and author Mark D Kistler (born 1963), American artist Rives Kistler (born 1969), American judge Stefan Kistler (1900–?), German soldier and skier, competitor in the 1928 Winter Olympics (military patrol) Steven Kistler (1900–1975), American scientist, inventor of aerogels Walter Kistler (1918–2015), Swiss physicist and i.
What are the origins of the name Allison Kistler?
The name Allison Kistler combines two different traditions: the first name Allison has French roots, while the surname Kistler originates from English.
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