Mallory: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced MAL-uh-ree · 3 syllables
Mallory means “unhappy, unlucky; bad”, from English and French.
From an Anglo-Norman nickname for an unfortunate person, from Old French maleure, malheure (“unhappy, unlucky”) (whence French malheur), from mal (“bad”) + eur (“fortune”).
- Meaning
- unhappy, unlucky; bad
- Origin
- English, French
- Pronunciation
- MAL-uh-ree
- US rank (2025)
- #372
- US babies a year
- about 691 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1980
How popular is Mallory?
Mallory was the #372 name in the US in 2025, given to 825 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1980.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #372 |
| Scotland | #544 |
| France | #910 |
| Canada | #934 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Mallory?
Half of US adults named Mallory are older than 33; most are between 19 and 42. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Mallory
What does the name Mallory mean?
Mallory means “unhappy, unlucky; bad”. It comes from English and French.
How do you pronounce Mallory?
Mallory is pronounced MAL-uh-ree.
How popular is the name Mallory?
Mallory was the #372 name in the US in 2025, given to 825 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1980.
How old are people named Mallory?
Half of US adults named Mallory are older than 33. Most are between 19 and 42.