Mallard
Pronunciation: [ m-AL-erd ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,685
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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"hill, mound, burial tumulus"
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Old French origin
"one who lives or works in the forest"
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English origin
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#38,750 in US
Greek althainein origin
"healing, wholesome"
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Old English origin
"Farm or dwelling for a herd of animals"
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Latin (via Augustus) origin
"great, venerable"
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American English origin
"initials used as a standalone given name"
#38,500 in US
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About the Name Mallard
Mallard is a boy name .
Mallard is currently ranked #38,685 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mallard include Mal, May, Malie, and Mallie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis