Malorie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Malorie is a name with Latin roots meaning 'unfortunate' or 'ill-fated.' It evolved through French and English, with historical forms including Maloria and Malory. The name reflects a sense of uniqueness and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century, becoming associated with notable figures such as Malorie Blackman. Today, it is viewed as a distinctive and vintage choice for parents.
The name Malorie is most popular in Texas, 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, Malorie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Malorie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9489th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1387th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1911th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3428th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Malorie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Malorie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmæl.ə.ri/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Malorie is derived from the Latin word 'malorius,' which means 'unfortunate' or 'ill-fated.' It has evolved through usage in French and English over the centuries.
Meaning
unfortunate, ill-fated
Language Evolution
Maloria, Malory, Malorie
Historical Usage
Malorie gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, partly due to its use in literature and popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Mallory, Malory
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Malorie is perceived as a unique and slightly vintage name, appealing to parents looking for something distinctive yet classical.
Famous People
Malorie Blackman, Malorie O’Reilly
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Malorie"
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 "Malorie"
"Malorie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9489th of 19264 | 52 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1387th of 27321 | 1,737 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1911th of 35406 | 1,624 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3428th of 30306 | 554 |
Regional Popularity of "Malorie" 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 "Malorie" 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) |
32.21% 1187th/3685 |
39.84% 1783rd/4475 |
27.01% 1403rd/5194 |
26.44% 1670th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.81% 1870th/4582 |
80.27% 4145th/5164 |
23.10% 1689th/7313 |
39.76% 2967th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
47.73% 3256th/6822 |
66.95% 4202nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Malorie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Malorie" 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.