Mariam
/MAH-reeahm/ Arabic Female
Meaning & Origin
Mariam is a Arabic name meaning "Uncertain, maybe...". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Armenia, Angola, Argentina. The name's etymology is debated. It's likely derived from the Hebrew name Miryam (מִרְיָם), but the meaning of Miryam itself is uncertain. Some suggest Egyptian origins.
Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Gender Female
Phonetic MAH-reeahm
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as MAH-reeahm. Keep the original Arabic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Mariam
- · Mariam Nabatanzi - Ugandan woman known for having many children
- · Mariam Al-Asturlabi - 10th-century female Muslim astronomer
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