Miriam
Miriam is a girls' name of Hebrew origin meaning “wished-for child, star of the sea.” It ranked #436 in the United States in 2025. Miriam is one of the Hebrew Bible's most important women — the sister of Moses and Aaron, a prophetess who led the…
how do you pronounce Miriam?
MEER-ee-um
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what does Miriam mean?
The name Miriam means “wished-for child, star of the sea.” It comes from the Hebrew language tradition.
Miriam is one of the Hebrew Bible's most important women — the sister of Moses and Aaron, a prophetess who led the Israelite women in song after crossing the Red Sea. The name may mean 'wished-for child,' 'bitter sea,' or 'star of the sea.' It is the original form of Mary and has remained beloved across millennia in Jewish tradition.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #436 |
| 2023 | #423 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Miriam?
- Miriam (biblical prophetess, sister of Moses)
- Miriam Makeba (South African singer and civil rights activist)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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