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Malory

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Pronounced MAL-uh-ree /ˈmæl.ə.ri/High

Meaning: A spelling of Mallory — from an Old French nickname/surname, 'unlucky; ill-omened; unfortunate' (maleure)Low

In 30 seconds: Unlucky; ill-omened: Malory spells Mallory. Crisp, modern, and warm.
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Origin LowFrench
MeaningA spelling of Mallory — from an Old French nickname/surname, 'unlucky; ill-omened; unfortunate' (maleure)
U.S. rank (2025)#8163 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births13 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1987
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,398

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198719832025

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

Malory is a spelling of Mallory — from an Old French nickname/surname, 'unlucky; ill-omened; unfortunate' (maleure; the writer Sir Thomas Malory). A crisp, modern name (said 'MAL-uh-ree').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Mallory. Rare in this form, ill-omened at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Mallory comes from an Old French nickname/surname, 'unlucky; ill-omened' (maleure) — Malory is a spelling, crisp and modern (said 'MAL-uh-ree').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Mallory — French etymology

Variations

MalloryMallaryMalorie

Nicknames

Mal

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Malory mean?

Malory spells Mallory — Old French 'unlucky; ill-omened; unfortunate'.

How do you pronounce Malory?

It's said MAL-uh-ree /ˈmæl.ə.ri/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Malory a boy or girl name?

Malory is a girl's name.

How popular is Malory?

Malory is a rare spelling in the U.S.

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