Alisson

#59 in Nevada

Meaning of Alisson

Alisson is a lively spin on the time-honored Allison, which itself evolved from medieval French Alison, a fond nickname for Alice—rooted in the Old German Adalheidis and carrying the quietly regal meaning “noble.” Think of it as the classic tune you already love, now remixed with an extra “s” for a little extra sass. Stateside, Alisson has tip-toed up the charts since the late ’70s and now lounges in the mid-400s, suggesting parents appreciate its sweet spot between familiar and fresh. Sports fans may picture Brazilian soccer goalkeeper Alisson Becker leaping across the net, giving the name a dash of athletic dazzle, while literary hearts hear distant echoes of Alice’s Wonderland adventures. Altogether, Alisson feels gracefully grounded yet adventure-ready—just right for a daughter who’ll wear a crown of everyday nobility while chasing big, bright dreams.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as uh-LI-suhn (/əˈlɪsən/)

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Notable People Named Alisson

Alisson Becker is a Brazilian goalkeeper for Liverpool and Brazil, celebrated as one of the world's best.
Alisson is a Brazilian midfielder who plays for São Paulo in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A.
Alisson dos Santos Correa is a Brazilian defensive midfielder for North Texas SC in USL League One.
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