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Malory

MAL-uh-ree

Popularity

#7801

rising

Letters

6

Syllables

3

Origin

French

Total Births

1,385

Peak Year

#85 in 1987

First Recorded

1983

Style

Vintage, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Of French origin, Malory is derived from the Norman French given name 'Maler', possibly meaning 'unfortunate' or 'ill-fated'. However, it's often associated with the Arthurian legend.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Famous Namesakes

  • Sir Thomas Malory

    Author of 'Le Morte d'Arthur'.

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

ChivalrousArthurianCourageousResilient

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