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Origin: French

Meaning: Unlucky

Mallory is a gender-neutral name of French origin. While its literal translation is "unlucky," this name offers plenty of vintage vibes and classic charm. Children's author Enid Blyton created a whole other world in her novel series Malory Towers based on the lives of schoolgirls in a British boarding school. Mallory is also the surname of English mountain climber George Mallory who scaled the heights of Mount Everest in the 1920s. Whatever you take from it, Mallory is a delightful choice for your little boy or girl. It can also be shortened to Mal or Lorrie to create a cute nickname.