Addison

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Son of Adam; Little Adam

Background: The name Addison originates from the English surname, which means 'son of Adam.' It is derived from the given name Adam combined with the suffix -son, indicating lineage. Additionally, in Gaelic contexts, the name can be interpreted as 'little Adam,' further connecting it to its roots.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#273
Total births
159,245
Most popular decade
2000s (165,582 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-44 ranks)
Years in Top 100
19
First recorded year
1880

Gender usage

8.4% male 91.6% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1880
First year births
19
First year rank
#392
Peak year
2006
Peak year births
445
Peak rank
#562
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
81
Recent rank
#1,930

Female

First year
1980
First year births
6
First year rank
#9,096
Peak year
2007
Peak year births
11,949
Peak rank
#11
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
3,327
Recent rank
#68

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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