Mallie
Girl name · 9 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Mallie: 9 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2021.
Mallie is a Scottish diminutive of Mary, tracing back through the Gaelic form Màili to the Hebrew Miriam, meaning "beloved" or "wished-for child." This friendly, vintage nickname shares roots with Molly and has been affectionately used in Scotland for generations, occasionally appearing on birth registers from the 1970s onward. Though no widely known historical figures bear the name, it carries a warm, homely charm that appeals to parents seeking a softer alternative to Mary. The spelling variant Malley also appears in Scottish records, while the unrelated Gaelic word "màileid" (a bag or wallet) offers a curious phonetic echo. Mallie remains a rare but endearing choice, evoking cosy Scottish traditions and a timeless sense of sweetness.
Girl 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20213 babies
- Latest (2023)
- #7493 babies
- Total births
- 9since 2021
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y