Mariam Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mariam is of Hebrew origin, derived from Miriam, meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'wished-for child'. It evolved through various languages, including Greek and Latin. The name is linked to a significant biblical figure, and its popularity surged due to its association with the Virgin Mary. Variants include Miriam and Maria, and today, Mariam is seen as a name representing grace and virtue.
The name Mariam is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mariam has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mariam' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 973rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1344th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2141st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1992nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1123rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 697th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 577th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mariam' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mariam"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛər.i.əm/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Mariam is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, which is believed to mean 'sea of bitterness' or 'rebelliousness'. It is also associated with 'wished-for child'.
Meaning
sea of bitterness, rebelliousness, wished-for child
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Mariam (Greek), Maria (Latin), Mary (English)
Biblical Background
Mariam is associated with Miriam, the sister of Moses and Aaron in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Christian communities due to its association with the Virgin Mary, especially during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Miriam, Maria, Mary, Mariamne
Modern Popularity & Image
Mariam is viewed positively in various cultures, often associated with grace and virtue, and remains a popular name in many countries.
Famous People
Mariam Abouda, Mariam J. K. Jabbour, Mariam K. Kader
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mariam"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mariam"
"Mariam" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 973rd of 9107 | 988 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1344th of 9204 | 596 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2141st of 12526 | 506 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1992nd of 19264 | 700 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1123rd of 27321 | 2,390 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 697th of 35406 | 6,290 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 577th of 30306 | 6,408 |
Regional Popularity of "Mariam" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mariam" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
53.25% 754th/1416 |
54.75% 755th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
77.88% 1204th/1546 |
87.85% 1367th/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
- |
82.56% 2291st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
62.34% 1831st/2937 |
53.60% 1867th/3483 |
67.20% 2364th/3518 |
45.57% 1843rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.78% 950th/3685 |
19.11% 855th/4475 |
24.66% 1281st/5194 |
17.33% 1095th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.40% 660th/4582 |
7.69% 397th/5164 |
11.77% 861st/7313 |
11.15% 832nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
13.03% 519th/3984 |
7.56% 339th/4487 |
10.20% 696th/6822 |
11.65% 731st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mariam"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mariam" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.