Allie
Allie is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Noble, truth, or defender of mankind.
Origin and history
Allie originated as a diminutive for several classical names, including Allison, Alice, and Alexandra. It gained status as an independent given name in the United States during the late nineteenth century and remains a steadily used choice today. Its friendly sound and accessible rhythm give it enduring popular appeal.
Popularity in the United States
53,251 babies in the United States have been named Allie since 1880. It ranks #563 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #470.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.4 %)
- TN (5.9 %)
- NC (5.8 %)
- GA (5.2 %)
- CA (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,606 |
| 1890-1900 | 2,339 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,574 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,614 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,580 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,956 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,054 |
| 1950-1960 | 543 |
| 1960-1970 | 237 |
| 1970-1980 | 302 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,514 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,955 |
| 2000-2010 | 11,539 |
| 2010-2019 | 12,590 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,848 |
Famous people named Allie
- Allie X: singer, songwriter
- Allie Grant: actress
Fun facts
- Allie evolved from an informal pet name for Alice or Allison into a standalone official name on U.S. birth records.
- The name has consistently appeared in U.S. Social Security administration birth data since the late 19th century.