Unfortunate or unlucky
Mallery is a variant of the surname Mallory, derived from the Old French word 'malheure'. It was originally used as a nickname for an unlucky person. While the meaning is somber, it has transitioned into a rare given name with a sophisticated, surname-style appeal.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Mallery in 2025.
A character in the novel 'The Lying Game' · The Lying Game
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
