Addison
|Ad-di-son|
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/ˈædɪsən/
son of Adam
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Addison' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'Addie,' where 'Addie' was a diminutive of 'Adam.'
Historical Evolution
'Addie' transformed into the surname 'Addison,' which eventually became a given name.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'son of Adam,' but over time it evolved into a standalone given name.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a surname of English origin.
Joseph Addison was a renowned English essayist.
Noun 2
a given name derived from the surname.
Addison is a popular name for girls in the United States.
Last updated: 2025/05/04 05:06