Addison
Addison first appears in US records in 1980. It peaked in 2007, when 11,949 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,971.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Addison popular?
Declining Addison is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2007 peak.
| 2020s | 22,797 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 71,021 | |
| 2000s | 51,389 | |
| 1990s | 3,468 | |
| 1980s | 218 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Addison mean?
Addison is an English surname meaning “son of Adam.” Once a boy’s surname, it became a top girls’ name in the 2000s.
Nicknames for Addison
- Addie
- Addy
Variants & spellings
- Addyson
- Adyson
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Addison mean?
Addison means Child of Adam. Addison is an English surname meaning “son of Adam.” Once a boy’s surname, it became a top girls’ name in the 2000s.
What is the origin of the name Addison?
Addison is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Addison?
Addison is pronounced “AD-uh-sun.”
Is Addison a boy or a girl name?
Addison is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Addison a popular name right now?
Addison is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2007 peak.
How popular is the name Addison?
In 2025, Addison ranked #84 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Addison most popular?
Addison was most popular in 2007, when about 11,949 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Addison?
Common nicknames for Addison include Addie, Addy.
What names are similar to Addison?
Names similar to Addison include Harper, Jane, Avery, Lily, Aubrey.
What names go well with Addison?
English names that pair well with Addison include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.