Mirriam
m(ir)-riam
US Popularity:11710
Origin:British
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
Sources
Behind the Name, Mirriam, April 2019
WordSense Dictionary, Miriam
Behind the Name, Mary, December 2024
Abarim Publications, Miriam meaning, May 2025
Name Doctor, Mary
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