Mallorie

Updated: June 7, 2022 by MomsWhoThink Staff

Mallorie is an alternative spelling of Mallory. It began as a surname, but thanks to a certain sitcom, Mallory became a top 100 name for baby girls in the United States during the 1980s. Mallorie also saw some popularity during that decade. These days, it's not as popular as it was, but it remains somewhat beloved. Choose the Mallorie spelling for something a little more unique for your little one, and pair it with a current middle name to bring it into the 2020s.

Meaning of the name Mallorie:

French: Unlucky, unfortunate

Origin of the name Mallorie:

Mallorie is an alternative spelling to Mallory, an Old French name that means “unlucky” or “unfortunate.” It's derived from the French word “malheure,” and it was initially a surname.

Symbolism of the name Mallorie:

Mallorie doesn't offer much in the way of symbolism. Its meaning is not very appealing, but many new parents choose to overlook that and choose it for their daughters anyway. Some people may associate it with the 1980s sitcom “Family Ties” and find symbolism there.

Style of the name Mallorie:

Modern

Gender of the name Mallorie:

Mallorie is a girl's name.

Pronunciation of the name Mallorie:

MAL-or-ee

Number of syllables in the name Mallorie:

Three

Emotion evoked from the name Mallorie:

The baby name Mallorie evokes images of someone who is creative, stylish, and always full of life.

Alternative spellings for the name Mallorie:

Mallory
Mallery
Mallary
Malorie
Mallorey

Nicknames for the name Mallorie:

Mal
Mallie
Lori
Lorie
Allie

Popularity of the name Mallorie:

According to the Social Security Administration, Mallorie was a top 1,000 baby name for girls in the United States in 1986 and 1987. It ranked at number 890 in 1986 and 820 in 1987.