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Allison

A male given name transferred from the surname, of mostly before 1950 usage.

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Allison at a glance

Origin: Germanic
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈælɪsən/

Etymology

From a Middle English diminutive form of Alan, Alexander or Alice + -son.

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What does the name Allison mean?

A male given name transferred from the surname, of mostly before 1950 usage.

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