Maryam
Maryam: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Maryam
- A female given name from Arabic.
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic مَرْيَم (maryam) and Persian مریم (maryam). Doublet of Mary, Maria, and Miriam.
How popular is Maryam?
Since 1880, 13,845 girls in the U.S. have been named Maryam. Its highest rank for girls was #351 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #351 for girls, with 869 babies given the name.
Names similar to Maryam
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Maryam
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Maryam FAQ
What does the name Maryam mean?
A female given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic مَرْيَم (maryam) and Persian مریم (maryam). Doublet of Mary, Maria, and Miriam.
What is the origin of the name Maryam?
Maryam is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Maryam?
Since 1880, 13,845 girls in the U.S. have been named Maryam. Its highest rank for girls was #351 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #351 for girls, with 869 babies given the name.
Is Maryam a boy or girl name?
Maryam is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 13,845 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.