Miriam as a Female Name
Miriam is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Miriam for a girl get a name with a clear Hebrew heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Miriam means “Uncertain; often given as 'beloved,' 'wished-for child,' or 'bitterness/rebellion'” and is of Hebrew origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Miryam, Mariam, Maryam, Mirjam, Myriam.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Miriam across all genders, see the complete Miriam name meaning.
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Is Miriam a girl's name?+
Miriam is most commonly a girl's name. It means “Uncertain; often given as 'beloved,' 'wished-for child,' or 'bitterness/rebellion'” and is of Hebrew origin.
What does Miriam mean?+
Miriam means “Uncertain; often given as 'beloved,' 'wished-for child,' or 'bitterness/rebellion'” and originates from Hebrew.