Addison is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1309 in 2023 with 20 recorded births. This places Addison in the top 20% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2012 with 72 births ranking #515. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 53.8%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 13,833 boys born was named Addison. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Addison is a polished surname-style name with a strong modern history in girls' naming. Its deeper root is surname-based, but its current image feels sleek and familiar.
The name moved from surname to first name and later became especially prominent for girls. Its popularity comes more from style and sound than from the original patronymic meaning.