Mariah
/muhreyeuh/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Mariah is a English name meaning "Uncertain, maybe...". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Bangladesh, BE. The name Mariah is considered a variant of Maria, which is derived from the Hebrew name Miryam. The exact meaning of Miryam is debated, but possible interpretations include "bitter," "rebellious," or "wished-for child."
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic muhreyeuh
IPA məɹaɪə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as muhreyeuh. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Mariah
- · Mariah Carey - Singer
- · Mariah Bell - Figure Skater
- · Mariah Stackhouse - Golfer
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