US Popularity:11710
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Hebrew, Aramaic
Meaning:Bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved; Myrrh; Wished for a child
Mirriam is a feminine name that’s an English variant of the Hebrew Miriam. Based on the Hebrew Miryam and Aramaic Maryām, it translates to “bitterness,” adding a sharp note to this classic moniker. Mirriam also works as a form of the Hebrew Mary, which can translate to “beloved,” “rebelliousness,” “myrrh,” or “wished for a child.” All these meanings in Mirriam will give your little one plenty of encouragement in their future.

How Popular Is The Name Mirriam?

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2013
#18410
in 2013
- 2351
from 1999
In comparison to the previous year's data
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