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Addisen

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Pronounced AD-ih-sen /ˈæd.ɪ.sən/High

Meaning: A modern spelling of Addison, an English surname meaning 'son of Adam' (Addie being an old pet form of Adam). Despite the literal sense, Addison has been used overwhelmingly for girls in the U.S. in recent decades.Medium

In 30 seconds: A surname name gone girl: Addisen is a spelling of Addison, 'son of Adam' (said 'AD-ih-sen').

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MeaningA modern spelling of Addison, an English surname meaning 'son of Adam' (Addie being an old pet form of Adam). Despite the literal sense, Addison has been used overwhelmingly for girls in the U.S. in recent decades.

U.S. rank (2024)#13449 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2007

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,203

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Addisen is a modern spelling of Addison, an English surname meaning 'son of Adam.' Surname names have moved steadily into girls' use in America, and Addison has led that wave — its literal sense left far behind. This spelling is one of many built on it (said 'AD-ih-sen').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., far behind Addison. Rare, modern, and surname-style.

Did you know? Addison literally means 'son of Adam' — and yet it has been given far more often to girls than boys in the U.S. for years, a good example of how surname names shift (said 'AD-ih-sen').

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Addisen — Addison spelling; English surname 'son of Adam'

Variations

AddisonAddysonAdisyn

Nicknames

AddieSen

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Addisen mean?

Addisen is a spelling of Addison, an English surname meaning 'son of Adam.'

How do you pronounce Addisen?

It's said AD-ih-sen /ˈæd.ɪ.sən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Addisen a boy or girl name?

Addisen is used mainly as a girl's name in the U.S., like Addison.

How popular is Addisen?

Addisen is rare in the U.S., while Addison has been widely popular for girls.