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Meryam

MEHR-yam

Meryam is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A variant of Miriam (Hebrew, meaning 'bitter', 'rebellious', or 'sea of bitterness'). It's a classic biblical name with a gentle, flowing sound.”. It currently ranks #14632 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2017.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Meryam Means

A variant of Miriam (Hebrew, meaning 'bitter', 'rebellious', or 'sea of bitterness'). It's a classic biblical name with a gentle, flowing sound.

The Story of Meryam

This name, with its flowing sound first documented in the mid-2000s, connects to a lineage of grace and quiet devotion.

Meryam is a variant of Miriam, a Hebrew name often interpreted as 'bitter,' 'rebellious,' or 'sea of bitterness.' It's a name with deep biblical resonance, first recorded in 2005 and peaking in 2017.

When you say Meryam, you feel a sense of serene strength. You envision your daughter embodying a gentle yet unwavering spirit, possessing the compassion and grace of revered figures, a devout soul.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mary, Mother of Jesus

    Central figure in Christianity and Islam.

Personality Traits

devoutstronggracefulcompassionate

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Peak Year

#13 in 2017

Total Births

84

First Recorded

2005

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