Mallory

Mallory is a contemporary English name for girls that has its origin in the old French family name Maloret. Translated, the name means "the unfortunate one" or "the unlucky one."

What does the name Mallory mean?

Mallory is a modern English girl's name that traces back to the old French family name Maloret. The translation of the name is "the unfortunate one" or "the unlucky one." This name has its roots in the Old French word malheur or maleuré, which stands for "misfortune" and "bad luck." Alternatives include the spellings Malory and Malorie.

Where does the name Mallory come from?

The first name Mallory has its origins in Old French and means "the unfortunate one." The etymology comes from the Old French composition malheur or maleuré, which means "misfortune" or "bad luck." The language of the name is English.

How do you pronounce Mallory?

The sound and pronunciation of Mallory: The name Mallory consists of three syllables and has a distinctive rhythm. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as "Mal-lo-ry" [ˈmælɔri]. It begins with a compact structure that immediately catches the ear. The middle and last syllables are softer and more fluid, creating an interesting contrast between clarity and lightness. Overall, Mallory conveys a lively and slightly playful impression while sounding clear and concise.

Popularity

In Germany, Mallory is a rather rare name. In 2012, it ranked 3,656th on the list of the most common girl names. The name reached its best ranking in 2010 at 2,348th. From 2010 to 2024, Mallory was used as a first name in Germany approximately 20 times, placing it at 8,112th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.

Nicknames & pet names

Lory / Mal / Mallo / Mally

Famous people

• Emily Mallory Procter (American actress)
• Mallory Burdette (Tennis player from the USA)
• Mallory Cecil (American tennis player)
• Mallory Deluce (Canadian ice hockey player)
• Mallory Hagan (Model from the USA)
• Mallory Jansen (Actress from Italy)
• Mallory Ortberg (American writer)
• Mallory Pugh (American soccer player)
• Mallory Reaves (American writer)
• Mallory Snyder (Model from America)