Miriam
Miriam is an ancient Hebrew name meaning 'sea of bitterness,' 'rebelliousness,' or 'wished-for child.' It's the original Hebrew form of Mary, made famous by Moses' sister Miriam in the Bible who was a prophetess and leader.
Current Popularity
#251 for girls
in the United States (2024)
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Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across many languages
- •Strong historical and religious significance in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions
- •Has remained consistently used without being overly trendy
- •Works well in both formal and casual settings
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Famous People
Miriam Makeba
South African singer and civil rights activist
Miriam Margolyes
British-Australian actress
Miriam Defensor Santiago
Filipino senator and judge
Miriam Toews
Canadian author
Statistics
116,620
Total births since 1880
1924
Peak year
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