Malory
Malory is a girl baby name. Ranked #7,766 in the US, popular nicknames include Mal, May, and Malie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Malory first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 1,385 babies have been named Malory in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Malory is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #7,766 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #7,766
- Total SSA Count
- 14
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About the Name Malory
Malory is a girl name .
Malory is currently ranked #7,766 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Malory include Mal, May, Malie, and Maloie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Malory include Malorie, Maloni . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis