Mirian Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Mirian has Hebrew origins, derived from Miriam, meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'beloved'. The name has evolved through different languages and forms, maintaining a connection to its biblical roots. Mirian is associated with strong and caring traits and is recognized for its unique sound and elegance in modern contexts.
The name Mirian is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. 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, Mirian has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Mirian' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2561st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3231st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2545th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2694th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2207th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2504th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5978th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mirian' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mirian"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪriən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Mirian is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, which is believed to mean 'sea of bitterness' or 'beloved'.
Meaning
sea of bitterness, beloved
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Mirjam (Latinized form), Mirian (modern adaptation)
Biblical Background
The name Miriam appears in the Bible as the sister of Moses and Aaron.
Historical Usage
Mirian gained popularity in various cultures due to the biblical association and has seen use in different forms across centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Miriam, Miri, Mireya
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Mirian is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and caring.
Famous People
Mirian O'Mara, an influential artist, Mirian K. Smith, a noted scholar
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mirian"
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 "Mirian"
"Mirian" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2561st of 9107 | 215 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3231st of 9204 | 144 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2545th of 12526 | 375 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2694th of 19264 | 442 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2207th of 27321 | 868 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2504th of 35406 | 1,085 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5978th of 30306 | 249 |
Regional Popularity of "Mirian" 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 "Mirian" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
50.41% 1225th/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.97% 2290th/2937 |
44.90% 1564th/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
44.44% 1797th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
79.76% 2939th/3685 |
59.66% 2670th/4475 |
45.28% 2352nd/5194 |
17.57% 1110th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
80.90% 3707th/4582 |
43.67% 2255th/5164 |
36.32% 2656th/7313 |
22.40% 1672nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
71.86% 4902nd/6822 |
72.23% 4533rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mirian"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mirian" 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.