Myriam
Myriam is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Beloved, wished-for child, or sea of bitterness.
Origin and history
Myriam is a variant spelling of Miriam, a name of ancient Hebrew origin likely rooted in Egyptian words meaning beloved or wished-for child. It has maintained a steady, classic presence in the United States, offering a slightly European or French-influenced alternative to the traditional spelling.
Popularity in the United States
3,160 babies in the United States have been named Myriam since 1880. It ranks #3164 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1904.
States where it is most popular
- CA (30.5 %)
- NY (30 %)
- TX (28.4 %)
- FL (4.3 %)
- NJ (2.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 32 |
| 1920-1930 | 70 |
| 1930-1940 | 34 |
| 1940-1950 | 42 |
| 1950-1960 | 200 |
| 1960-1970 | 328 |
| 1970-1980 | 347 |
| 1980-1990 | 314 |
| 1990-2000 | 547 |
| 2000-2010 | 668 |
| 2010-2019 | 381 |
| 2020-2029 | 197 |
Famous people named Myriam
- Myriam Makeba: Singer, Activist
- Myriam Fares: Singer, Actress
Nicknames
Miri, Mim, Myra
Fun facts
- Myriam is a popular French and international spelling variant of the biblical name Miriam.
- Etymologists believe the Hebrew name Miryam derived from an older Egyptian root, mr, meaning love or beloved.