Mally

English combination name

"beautiful honey"

Mally Origin and Meaning

The name Mally is a girl's name.

Mally is a feminine name with multiple origins and interpretations. It can function as a diminutive of names like Mallory, derived from French meaning "unfortunate" or "unlucky," or as a nickname for Amalia, meaning "work" or "labor" in Germanic languages. In Scottish usage, Mally traditionally served as a familiar form of Mary. The name has a playful, endearing quality typical of diminutive forms, making it approachable and warm. While never achieving widespread popularity as a formal given name, Mally has maintained consistent usage as a nickname. In contemporary naming, it appeals to parents seeking short, sweet names with a friendly, unpretentious character and vintage charm.

Famous People Named Mally

• Mally Roncal American makeup artist

The name Mally in Pop Culture

• Mally Frothen Ardelay a main character in Sharon Shinn's 4th Elemental Blessings novel titled "Unquiet Land"