Mallory Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAL-uh-ree / /ˈmæl.ə.ri/Latin; Old French
Meaning
Latin: 'unfortunate'; Old French: 'ill-fated'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mallory has roots in the Latin word 'malus', meaning 'bad' or 'unfortunate'. It was originally used as a surname in medieval France, derived from the Old French word 'malheure', meaning 'unfortunate'. Over time, it transitioned into use as a given name. The name has been used for both genders, though it is more commonly associated with females in contemporary contexts.
Trend Summary
Mallory has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mal
- Mally
International Variants
- Malorie (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mallory was first seen in the United States in 1914. Mallory has ranked as high as #1090 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in Kentucky, New York, Georgia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Mallory has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mallory (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 25 |
| 1951 | 21 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 30 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 21 |
| 1963 | 17 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 16 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |