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Mallory

MAL-uh-ree

Popularity

#412

stable

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

French

Total Births

59,313

Peak Year

#3,348 in 1986

First Recorded

1914

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

From the Old French 'maloret', meaning "unfortunate" or "ill-fated", but now associated with strength and independence.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mallory Jansen

    Australian actress with various roles

  • Mallory Pugh

    American professional soccer player

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Personality Traits

IndependentConfidentIntelligentAdaptable

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