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Maryama
Maryama Pronunciation
Maryama is pronounced mah-ree-AH-mah /ˌmɑ.riˈɑ.mɑ/Medium
Meaning: An -a form of Maryam (Mariama) — from Hebrew Miryam, via Arabic, variously 'beloved', 'of the sea', or 'bitter'; the meaning is debatedLow
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History & Origin
Maryama is an -a form of Maryam (also Mariama) — from Hebrew Miryam, via Arabic Maryam, with a debated meaning, variously 'beloved', 'of the sea', or 'bitter' (which we note). The honoured name of the mother of Jesus, much loved across West Africa and the Sahel (said 'mah-ree-AH-mah'; nickname Mama, Mari).
In the U.S. it appears in West African and Muslim families. Rare, beloved-or-of-the-sea at the root, and devout.
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How do you pronounce Maryama?
Maryama is pronounced mah-ree-AH-mah (/ˌmɑ.riˈɑ.mɑ/). Press play above to hear Maryama said aloud.
How do you say Maryama?
Maryama is said mah-ree-AH-mah (/ˌmɑ.riˈɑ.mɑ/). Press play above to hear Maryama said aloud.
What does the name Maryama mean?
Maryama is a form of Maryam/Mary — 'beloved', 'of the sea', or 'bitter'; the meaning is debated.
Is Maryama a boy or girl name?
Maryama is a girl's name.
How popular is Maryama?
Maryama is a rare name in the U.S.