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Miryam name meaning

“beloved; bitterness; rebellion”

Aksara Jawa
Aksara Sunda
Gender
♀ Girl
Origin
Hebrew
Syllables
2
Popularity
#1,505

Miryam is a feminine name from Hebrew Miryam, commonly linked to the meanings “beloved,” “bitterness,” or “rebellion.” Its original meaning remains unsettled. It is a biblical name and also the source behind Maria and Maryam, connecting those forms through a shared name origin and its familiar interpretations.

What does Miryam mean?

Beloved; bitterness; rebellion

In Indonesian: yang dikasihi; kepahitan; pemberontakan

Origin and cultural usage of Miryam

From Hebrew Miryam, a biblical name that also underlies Maria and Maryam. Its original meaning is unsettled; familiar interpretations include 'beloved', 'bitterness', and 'rebellion'.

Linguistic originHebrew
Naming traditionChristian
Starts withM · Mi

Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.

Name combinations with Miryam

Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Miryam, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.

  • Miryam Christiani Efa

    Meaning of each word

    • Miryam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
    • Christiani: follower of Christ
    • Efa: life, living
  • Miryam Yuanita Zefanya

    Meaning of each word

    • Miryam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
    • Yuanita: God has been gracious
    • Zefanya: God has hidden
  • Miryam Fina

    Meaning of each word

    • Miryam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
    • Fina: God will add
  • Yasinta Miryam Fero

    Meaning of each word

    • Yasinta: hyacinth flower
    • Miryam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
    • Fero: Frank; free person
  • Miryam Pina

    Meaning of each word

    • Miryam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
    • Pina: may God add
  • Miryam Chatarina Elsy

    Meaning of each word

    • Miryam: beloved; bitterness; rebellion
    • Chatarina: pure, clean
    • Elsy: God is my oath

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How to pronounce Miryam

Syllables2 · 6 letters · 6-letter girl names
Javanese script (Aksara Jawa)ꦩꦶꦂꦪꦩ꧀
Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda)ᮙᮤᮁᮚᮙ᮪

Is Miryam a girl’s name?

Yes, Miryam is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.

♂ Boys 0%Girls 100% ♀

Miryam ranks #1,505 among girl names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

Variants and similar names

Names that sound like Miryam

Names with related meanings

Famous people named Miryam

  • Miryam A.D Wambrauw
  • Miryam Ambolon · b. 1973
  • Miryam Hana Kondi
  • Miryam S. Haryani · b. 1973

FAQ about the name Miryam

What is the meaning of Miryam?

Miryam means beloved; bitterness; rebellion. From Hebrew Miryam, a biblical name that also underlies Maria and Maryam. Its original meaning is unsettled; familiar interpretations include 'beloved', 'bitterness', and 'rebellion'.

Is Miryam a girl’s name?

Yes, Miryam is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.

What is the origin of the name Miryam?

Miryam is of Hebrew origin.

How many syllables does Miryam have?

Miryam has 2 syllables (Mir-yam) and 6 letters.

How popular is the name Miryam?

Miryam ranks #1,505 among girl names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

What full names go well with Miryam?

Some ideas: Miryam Christiani Efa; Miryam Yuanita Zefanya; Miryam Fina.

Famous people named Miryam?

Notable people named Miryam include Miryam A.D Wambrauw, Miryam Ambolon, Miryam Hana Kondi.

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