Mariyam

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Mariyam carries the connotation of being favored by God and being a beloved one. It is a name that symbolizes strength, grace, and beauty.
Scripts(How to write)
In Arabic, Mariyam is written as "مريم". In Hebrew, it is written as "מרים".
Мариям(Kazakh)
Мәриям,
مریم(Urdu)
މަރިޔަމް(Dhivehi)
Popularity
Mariyam is a very popular name worldwide, with variations in spelling and pronunciation based on the country and culture. It is most commonly given to girls in Muslim countries and is especially popular in Arabic speaking countries such as Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

cartoon of the name Mariyam
Cartoon of Mariyam

Mariyam Name meanings & History

The name Mariyam is of Hebrew and Arabic origin. In Hebrew, it means "God is gracious" or "wished-for child". In Arabic, it means "beloved", "loved one", and "star of the sea". Mariyam carries the connotation of being favored by God and being a beloved one. It is a name that symbolizes strength, grace, and beauty. Dhivehi and Kazakh form of Maryam, as well as an alternate transcription of the Urdu name. Mariyam is a popular name that is commonly given to female babies. It is commonly used among Christians and Muslims, and is often chosen for its religious significance and cultural heritage. The name is also known for its beautiful sound and meaning.

Zodiac Sign of Mariyam: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Mariyam:

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

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

R: Restless,Rational,Resourceful,Reason

I: Indulgence,Involved,Intimate

Y: Yin/Yang,Yen/money,Youth-giving

Mariyam is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Common name
  • a Nerdy name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Mariyam include Mariyam Nafees, a Pakistani actress, and Mariyam Khalif, a Maldivian swimmer. The most famous person with this name is Mary, the mother of Jesus in Christianity, who is referred to as "Mariyam" in Arabic and other languages.

Related Names to Mariyam

Other variants of the name Mariyam include Maryam, Marie, Maria, and Miriam.

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