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Ariam
Ariam Pronunciation
Ariam is pronounced ah-ree-AHM /ΛΙ.riΛΙm/Medium
Meaning: From Tigrinya/Geez (Eritrea/Ethiopia), 'the highest heaven; paradise; the heavens'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Ariam comes from Tigrinya/Geez (the languages of Eritrea and Ethiopia) β 'the highest heaven; paradise; the heavens'. A lyrical, devout, celestial name across the Horn of Africa (said 'ah-ree-AHM'; nickname Ari).
In the U.S. it appears in Eritrean and Ethiopian families. Rare, the-highest-heaven at the root, and devout.
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Frequently Asked
How do you pronounce Ariam?
Ariam is pronounced ah-ree-AHM (/ΛΙ.riΛΙm/). Press play above to hear Ariam said aloud.
How do you say Ariam?
Ariam is said ah-ree-AHM (/ΛΙ.riΛΙm/). Press play above to hear Ariam said aloud.
What does the name Ariam mean?
Ariam is Eritrean/Tigrinya for 'the highest heaven; paradise'.
Is Ariam a boy or girl name?
Ariam is a girl's name.
How popular is Ariam?
Ariam is a rare name in the U.S.