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Myriam Pronunciation

Myriam is pronounced meer-YAHM /mirˈjɑm/Medium

Meaning: French/Spanish form of Miriam — from Hebrew Miryam, variously 'beloved', 'wished-for child', or 'bitter'Medium

In 30 seconds: Beloved and timeless: Myriam is the French/Hebrew Miriam — 'beloved'. Elegant, devout, and warm.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningFrench/Spanish form of Miriam — from Hebrew Miryam, variously 'beloved', 'wished-for child', or 'bitter'
U.S. rank (2024)#4837 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births28 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2003
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,131

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200319122024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Myriam is a French and Spanish form of Miriam — from Hebrew Miryam, variously 'beloved', 'wished-for child', or 'bitter' (the prophetess, sister of Moses; routes layered, which we note). An elegant, devout, timeless name.

In the U.S. it appears in French and Latino families. Rare, beloved at the (likely) root, and elegant.

Did you know? Miriam (the prophetess, sister of Moses) means 'beloved', 'wished-for child', or 'bitter' (Hebrew) — Myriam is the elegant French and Spanish spelling.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name — Myriam — routes layered

Variations

MiriamMariamMiryam

Nicknames

Mimi

Themes & Styles

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If you like Myriam…

Miriam— the standard spelling
Mariam— the Arabic/Aramaic form
Meryem— the Turkish form
Mykah— a fellow Hebrew choice
Michal— a fellow Hebrew choice

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Myriam?

Myriam is pronounced meer-YAHM (/mirˈjɑm/). Press play above to hear Myriam said aloud.

How do you say Myriam?

Myriam is said meer-YAHM (/mirˈjɑm/). Press play above to hear Myriam said aloud.

What does the name Myriam mean?

Myriam is the French/Hebrew Miriam — 'beloved', 'wished-for child', or 'bitter'; the routes are layered.

Is Myriam a boy or girl name?

Myriam is a girl's name.

How popular is Myriam?

Myriam is a rare name in the U.S.

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