Girl name
Mariyam name meaning
“beloved; bitterness; rebellion”
Mariyam is a feminine name with traditional interpretations including beloved, bitterness, and rebellion. It is a variant of Maryam, the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Miryam. The original meaning remains disputed, so these meanings represent several traditional interpretations associated with Mariyam through its source name.
What does Mariyam mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Mariyam
Mariyam is a variant of Maryam, the Arabic form of Hebrew Miryam. Its original meaning is disputed; 'beloved', 'bitterness', and 'rebellion' are among the traditional interpretations.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Mariyam in Islam and the Quran
Mariyam appears as a name in the Quran, for example in QS Maryam [19]: 16.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Mariyam
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Mariyam, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Mariyam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
- Paridah: unique, without equal
- Adiba: cultured, refined
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Meaning of each word
- Mariyam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
- Zuhra: the planet Venus; brilliance
- Soleiman: peaceful, flourishing
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Mariyam Rifka
Meaning of each word
- Mariyam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
- Rifka: companionship, friendship
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Meaning of each word
- Shafa: clear; pure
- Mariyam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
- Rasyidah: wise, rightly guided
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Mariyam Faiza
Meaning of each word
- Mariyam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
- Faiza: a woman who achieves victory
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Meaning of each word
- Mariyam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
- Zhafira: one who achieves victory
- Amaliyah: relating to deeds or practice
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How to pronounce Mariyam
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /marijam/ |
| Arabic script | مريم |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦫꦶꦪꦩ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮛᮤᮚᮙ᮪ |
Is Mariyam a girl’s name?
Yes, Mariyam is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Mariyam ranks #1,152 among girl names in our data sample (8 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Mariyam
Names with related meanings
- Ningsih♀Affection, loving care
- Nuraini♀Light of my eye
- Ratih♀Love, delight
- Azizah♀Esteemed, cherished, strong
- Aini♀My eye, my darling
- Amanda♀Worthy of being loved
- Rahmah♀Mercy, loving compassion
- Asmara♂♀Love and romantic desire
- Dinda♀Beloved younger sibling
- Asih♀Affection and caring
- Ulfa♀Affection and closeness
- Kurniasih♀A gift and affection
Famous people named Mariyam
- Mariyam · b. 1964
- Mariyam · b. 1957
- Mariyam
- Mariyam Ahmad · b. 1977
- Mariyam Bid · b. 1961
FAQ about the name Mariyam
What is the meaning of Mariyam?
Mariyam means beloved; bitterness; rebellion. Mariyam is a variant of Maryam, the Arabic form of Hebrew Miryam. Its original meaning is disputed; 'beloved', 'bitterness', and 'rebellion' are among the traditional interpretations.
Is Mariyam a girl’s name?
Yes, Mariyam is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Mariyam?
Mariyam is of Arabic and Hebrew origin.
Is the name Mariyam in the Quran?
Mariyam appears as a name in the Quran, for example in QS Maryam [19]: 16.
How many syllables does Mariyam have?
Mariyam has 3 syllables (Ma-ri-yam) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Mariyam?
Mariyam ranks #1,152 among girl names in our data sample (8 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Mariyam?
Some ideas: Mariyam Paridah Adiba; Mariyam Zuhra Soleiman; Mariyam Rifka.
Famous people named Mariyam?
Notable people named Mariyam include Mariyam, Mariyam, Mariyam.
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