Names Mirriam

Mirriam

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
English
Meaning
Mirriam means "bitterness" or "rebellion," originating from the Hebrew root word 'marar.' In the Bible, Miriam was the sister of Moses and Aaron, and a prophetess who played a significant role in the Exodus from Egypt.
Popularity
The popularity of Mirriam is moderate. It is not among the most commonly used baby names today but has been consistently given to a small number of girls each year.

cartoon of the name Mirriam
Cartoon of Mirriam

Mirriam Name meanings & History

Mirriam is of Hebrew origin originating from the name Miryam. Miryam means "beloved by God.". Mirriam means "bitterness" or "rebellion," originating from the Hebrew root word 'marar.' In the Bible, Miriam was the sister of Moses and Aaron, and a prophetess who played a significant role in the Exodus from Egypt. Variant of Miriam. Mirriam is mainly used as a given name for girls. It is a popular choice for those who appreciate its historical and cultural associations.

Zodiac Sign of Mirriam: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Mirriam:

M: Mother,Mommy,Mushy,Manipulative,Maternal,Memorabilia,Memory

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

R: Resourceful,Reason,Restless,Rational

A: Argumentative,Assertive,Ambitious,Aggressive,Angry,Action

Mirriam is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Common name
  • a Serious name

Famous People

There are several famous people with the name Mirriam, including Miriam Makeba, a South African singer and civil rights activist, and Miriam Defensor-Santiago, a Filipino senator, judge, and human rights advocate.