Maryam: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Maryam · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Maryam: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Beloved of God»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Popularity
71 out of 100
Where Maryam is popular
- RussiaPopular
Rankings come from each country’s official birth statistics. Where a statistics office publishes no ranked list, we show that a name is popular rather than estimating a position.
About the Name Maryam
Maryam draws on Arabic tradition and is generally taken to mean "Beloved of God." As a girl's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced Maryam and carries 2 syllables. Maryam is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Марьям.
Today Maryam is a steadily chosen option, scoring 71 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as faith, love.
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Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Maryam mean?+
The name Maryam means "Beloved of God".
What is the origin of the name Maryam?+
Maryam is a name of Arabic origin.
Is Maryam a girl or boy name?+
Maryam is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Maryam?+
Maryam is pronounced Maryam (2 syllables).
Is Maryam a popular name?+
Maryam is a steadily chosen option, scoring 71 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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