Unfortunate or unlucky
A modern phonetic spelling of the French surname Mallory. It is derived from the Old French word 'malheure', which translates to 'unfortunate' or 'unlucky'. While the meaning is somber, the name has transitioned into a popular given name due to its rhythmic, melodic sound.
Less common today
Maloree isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,222 in 2001.
A character in the 'Daughter of the Deep' novel · Daughter of the Deep
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
