Malorie: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ahl-ohr-ee-eh
Origin: France
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe, Northern Europe
Meaning: Unfortunate

Malorie is a feminine given name with Norman French roots. It is a variant of the French name Malaurie, which is derived from the English name Mallory. The name Malorie means "unfortunate" or "unlucky" in French, derived from the Old French word malheure, meaning "unhappy" or "unfortunate. " Despite its negative connotations, the name has gained popularity over the years, particularly in the 1980s due to its use in the TV show "Family Ties. " The name has a unique charm that appeals to parents seeking a classic yet modern name. Malorie is not among the most common names, but it has a certain appeal. It is predominantly used in modern French and English. The name can be pronounced in multiple ways, such as Malo-rie, mal-uh-ree, or Mal-orie.

Malorie Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Malorie is currently #4791 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Malorie is currently #2683 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Malorie is currently #2330 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Malorie is currently #1283 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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