Mallorie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Mallorie has its roots in Old French, deriving from the term for 'unfortunate' or 'ill-fated.' It evolved from Malore in Old French to Mallorie in Middle English and has seen variations like Mallory. While it carries a somewhat negative meaning, it has gained popularity in modern times as a unique and creative name. There is no biblical background associated with it, and it is often linked to artistic individuals.
The name Mallorie is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mallorie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mallorie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9243rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1370th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1704th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2720th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mallorie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mallorie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmæl.ə.ri/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Mallorie is derived from the Old French word 'malheure,' which means 'unfortunate' or 'ill-fated.' It was originally a surname that became associated with given names.
Meaning
unfortunate, ill-fated
Language Evolution
Malore (Old French), Mallorie (Middle English), Mallory (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Mallorie became popular as a given name in the late 20th century, often used for girls. Its association with the medieval surname contributed to its revival.
Variants & Derivatives
Mallory, Malory, Mallorie
Modern Popularity & Image
Mallorie is often perceived as a unique and modern name. It has a slightly whimsical quality and is associated with artistic and creative individuals.
Famous People
Mallorie McCree, an American actress, Mallorie Hagan, a beauty queen and Miss America 2013
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mallorie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mallorie"
"Mallorie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9243rd of 12526 | 20 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1370th of 27321 | 1,752 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1704th of 35406 | 1,879 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2720th of 30306 | 767 |
Regional Popularity of "Mallorie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mallorie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.78% 1208th/3685 |
45.77% 2048th/4475 |
24.16% 1255th/5194 |
24.57% 1552nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.25% 1432nd/4582 |
55.81% 2882nd/5164 |
19.42% 1420th/7313 |
41.15% 3071st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
68.40% 2725th/3984 |
- |
32.66% 2228th/6822 |
63.62% 3993rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mallorie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mallorie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.