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The name Mallory is of Old French origin and means "unfortunate" or "unlucky". It was originally derived from the French word "malheure", which means "unhappy" or "unlucky". The name was originally given to someone who was considered unlucky, but over time it has become more commonly used as a given name.The name Mallory has been used as a surname in England since the 11th century, and it is believed that the first person to bear the name was a Norman knight who came to England with William the Conqueror. The name was later adopted as a given name, particularly in the United States, where it has become a popular name for girls.Famous people with the name Mallory include Mallory Hagan, the winner of Miss America 2013, and Mallory Lewis, the daughter of puppeteer Shari Lewis, who created the character of Lamb Chop. The name has also been used in popular culture, such as in the character of Mallory Archer in the animated TV series Archer.

The name Mallory is most popular in the United States.

If you like the name Mallory but are looking for similar options, check out these alternatives:

• Mallie
• Malia
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• Mara
• Molly
• Melody
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• Natalie
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