Allie

Allie is a given name and nickname used primarily in English-speaking countries. It is commonly a diminutive of Allison, Alice, or Alexandra, but it can also be given as a standalone name. The spelling Allie is associated with a casual, approachable feel and is widely used for girls, though some people use it as a gender-neutral or masculine nickname in contemporary contexts.

Etymology and usage details vary by culture. Allie’s connections to Allison and Alice place it within a family of names that trace back to the medieval name Adelaide and the Latin name Adalheidis, ultimately linking to meanings related to nobility. Pronunciation is typically AL-ee in American English, with some regional variation.

In culture, Allie appears in fiction and public life. A well-known fictional example is Allie Hamilton, the central female character in The Notebook, a novel by Nicholas Sparks. Real people named Allie include author-illustrator Allie Brosh, American sportscaster Allie LaForce, and professional soccer player Allie Long. These examples reflect the name’s contemporary use across different fields.

Variants and related names include Ally and Alli, as well as longer forms such as Allison, Alexandra, and Alicia. Allie can function as both a nickname and a given name, and its popularity has fluctuated over time, often aligned with trends in longer names from which it is shortened.