Mallory Meaning

The name Mallory is of French and English origin.

The meaning of Mallory is "unfortunate, unhappy, unlucky".

Mallory is used as both a boys and girls name.

It consists of 7 letters and 3 syllables and is pronounced Ma-llo-ry.

The given name Mallory represents a transferred use of the English surname. It is derived from the Norman French malheure meaning "unfortunate, unhappy, unlucky" and was originally used as a nickname for such a person.

Embraced by many parents, the name Mallory, is one of warmth and spirit.

A name fit for a child full of dazzle and majesty, a little pioneer.

A memorable name that will rock parents.

In the U.S. in 2016, it ranked 435 in baby name popularity for girls with 735 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 393 in baby name popularity for girls with 832 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.

The trend's your friend. See how Mallory has changed in popularity since 1880 by visiting the Mallory Name Popularity Page.

Variants of the name Mallory include Malerie, Mallorie, Malorie, Malory.

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