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Mariamu

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Pronounced mah-ree-AH-moo /mɑ.riˈɑ.mu/Medium

Meaning: Mariamu is a Swahili form of Mariam/Mary, ultimately from the Hebrew Miriam. It is widely used across East Africa.Low

In 30 seconds: An East African classic: Mariamu is the Swahili form of Mariam/Mary (said 'mah-ree-AH-moo').

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Origin MediumSwahili, Hebrew

MeaningMariamu is a Swahili form of Mariam/Mary, ultimately from the Hebrew Miriam. It is widely used across East Africa.

U.S. rank (1999)#13765

1999 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1999

Total births (all-time)≈ 6

History & Origin

Mariamu is a Swahili form of Mariam and Mary, from the Hebrew Miriam. It reads warm and rooted, common throughout East Africa. A flowing sound (said 'mah-ree-AH-moo').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, rooted, and warm.

Did you know? Mariamu is how the ancient name Mary (Mariam, from Hebrew Miriam) takes shape in Swahili - a familiar, cherished name across East Africa.

Overall data confidence 55%

References - Mariamu — Swahili form of Mariam/Mary; noted respectfully

Variations

MariamMaryamMiriam

Nicknames

MariAmu

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mariamu mean?

Mariamu is a Swahili form of Mariam/Mary, ultimately from the Hebrew Miriam, widely used in East Africa.

How do you pronounce Mariamu?

It's said mah-ree-AH-moo /mɑ.riˈɑ.mu/ — 4 syllables.

Is Mariamu a boy or girl name?

Here Mariamu is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Mariamu?

Mariamu is extremely rare for girls in the U.S. — a newly emerging pick.