The correct spelling of the word "Mabry" is [ˈmeɪbri]. This can be broken down into four phonetic sounds: "m" [m], "ay" [eɪ], "b" [b], and "ry" [ri]. The "ay" sound is represented by the letters "a" and "y" together, which creates a diphthong. The final "ry" sound is spelled with the letters "r" and "y" and produces a trilled "r" sound. Knowing the IPA phonetic transcription for "Mabry" can help with proper pronunciation and spelling of this name.
The surname "Mabry" is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Mæthelberht", which means "renowned by/meeting a great person". Over time, through the combination of different dialects and variations, the name evolved into different forms such as "Mabry", "Maberry", "Marbury", and others.