| Meaning | unfortunate |
| Origin | French |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Mal-lo-ry |
About Mallory
Mallory combines strength with sophistication in a package that's both classic and contemporary, offering parents an option that's stood the test of time while feeling perfectly modern. This name has evolved from its historical roots to become a distinctly feminine choice that carries confidence and capability in equal measure. Mallory's three syllables create a substantial, complete feeling that gives it weight and presence without seeming heavy or cumbersome in daily use. The name projects intelligence and competence, qualities every parent hopes to nurture in their daughter as she grows and develops. Mallory works beautifully in professional settings, easily transitioning from childhood through adolescence into adult life without ever feeling inappropriate for any stage. The name offers built-in nickname potential while remaining perfectly functional as a full given name, providing options as your daughter's preferences develop. Parents choosing Mallory typically appreciate names that sound established and credible, avoiding both excessive trendiness and dusty antiquity. This choice represents the sweet spot of naming—familiar enough to be easily accepted yet distinctive enough to maintain individual character. Mallory promises to serve your daughter well throughout her entire life journey ahead.
Variations of Name Mallory
| Malorie |
| Malloree |
| Malori |
| Malary |
Nicknames for Mallory
| Mal |
| Mall |
| Mally |
| Lory |
| Mallie |
Famous People Named Mallory
| Mallory Pugh | American professional soccer player |
| Mallory Weggemann | Paralympic swimmer and gold medalist |
| Mallory Edens | American model and daughter of Milwaukee Bucks co-owner |
| Mallory Ortberg | American writer and editor |
| Mallory Burdette | American former professional tennis player |
| Mallory Comerford | American competitive swimmer |
| Mallory Knox | British rock band with Mikey Chapman as lead vocalist |
| Mallory Everton | Cast member and writer for the comedy show "Studio C" |
| Mallory Mahoney | American child actress known for her role in "Bunk'd" |
| Mallory Hight | American racing driver |
| Mallory Hagan | Miss America 2013 and political figure |
| Mallory Martin | American mixed martial artist |
| Mallory Franklin | British slalom canoeist and multiple world champion |
| Mallory Blackwelder | American golfer |
| Mallory Brooks | American meteorologist |
| Mallory Jansen | Australian actress known for "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D" |
| Mallory Sly | Canadian television personality and producer |
Characters Named Mallory
| Mallory Archer | Character from the animated TV series "Archer" |
| Mallory Keaton | Character from the TV show "Family Ties" |
| Mallory O'Brien | Character from the film "Natural Born Killers" |
| Mallory Hanson | Character from the film "Thirteen" |
| Mallory Grace | Character from the book and film series "The Spiderwick Chronicles" |
| Mallory Knox | Character from the film "Natural Born Killers" |
| Mallory Towers | Character from the book series "Malory Towers" by Enid Blyton |
| Mallory McMallard | Character from the animated TV series "The Mighty Ducks" |
| Mallory Pike | Character from the TV show "Riverdale" |
| Mallory Dent | Character from the TV show "Gotham" |
| Mallory Janis Ian | Character from the TV show "Mean Girls" |