Spelling Variants
Mariah vs Mariyah: Which Spelling?
Mariah and Mariyah are variants of Maria/Maryam.
Global Rank #350
Mariah
Origin: English
Mariah is a variant spelling of Maria, derived from the Latin name Maria, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved" (though the exact…
Global Rank #665
Mariyah
Origin: Arabic
The name 'Mariyah' is a variant of 'Maryam' or 'Maria', meaning "beloved" or "bitter" in its Hebrew root, and is also associated with the Arabic meaning "purity" or "chastity" from…
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Mariah currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.