Malori Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-LOR-ee / /məˈlɔːri/English; American
Meaning
English: 'unfortunate'; American: 'a variant of Mallory'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Malori is derived from the English surname Mallory, which has roots in Old French. The surname originally meant 'unfortunate' or 'ill-fated'. Over time, it has evolved into a given name, particularly in American contexts. Malori is often considered a modern and unique variation of Mallory.
Trend Summary
Malori is a relatively uncommon name in the United States, with limited popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mallory
International Variants
- Malorie (English)
Famous people named Malori
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malori was first seen in the United States in 1983. Malori has ranked as high as #1094 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Malori has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malori (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 46 |
| 1987 | 57 |
| 1988 | 40 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2021 | 9 |