Maryiam
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Maryiam
Maryiam is an Arabic variant of Mary, derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved" in its root languages.
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Etymology
Maryiam is an Arabic variant of Mary, derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved" in its root languages. The name is primarily used in Arabic-speaking Muslim communities and among Middle Eastern and North African populations, with historical significance as the Arabic form of Mary, mother of Jesus, revered in Islamic tradition.
Maryiam currently ranks #5,785 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2011.
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