Holding steady.
Popularity of Mallery since 1983
Babies named Mallery per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 175 |
| 1990s | 138 |
| 2000s | 127 |
| 2010s | 41 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mallery is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security data in 1983, during the trend of surnames and creative spellings ending in -ery. It reached its peak rank in 1985, though it never ranked among the top 1000 names, making it a genuine rarity. The name's trajectory has been stable over the decades, with minimal fluctuation in usage. Mallery has not been associated with any particular state or region, reflecting its sparse but widespread use. As an invented or respelled form, it carries no ancient meaning, which appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet approachable name. Its sound aligns with 1980s favorites like Mallory and Kelsey, offering a familiar feel with unique spelling.
Mallery is a modern English name that first appeared in the United States in the 1980s. It may be a creative respelling of Mallory, which derives from the Norman French 'malheure' meaning 'unfortunate' or an Irish surname meaning 'chief'. Alternatively, it could be an invented name blending fashionable sounds of the era. Its usage has remained rare and stable since its introduction.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mall, Mally, Mare
Variants: Mallory, Malleryn
Sibling names for Mallery
Names that share Mallery's style, for a brother or sister.
