Maryam
Meaning of Maryam
Maryam is a beautiful and timeless name of Arabic origin, pronounced as mah-RYAHM (/ma.ri.jam/). The name holds significant cultural and religious importance, often associated with Mary, the mother of Jesus in Christian tradition, and Maryam, the mother of Isa (Jesus) in Islamic tradition. This makes it a name that resonates deeply across various cultures and religions. Variations of the name include Mariam and Mariyam, offering slight tweaks while retaining its classic essence.
In the United States, Maryam has seen a steady rise in popularity over recent decades. In 2023, it ranked 415th with 738 occurrences, reflecting its growing appeal among parents seeking a name that is both meaningful and elegant. While it had fewer occurrences in earlier years—such as just 5 instances in 1947—the name has gradually climbed the ranks, showing an increasing trend towards names with rich historical and cultural backgrounds.
Whether chosen for its religious significance or its melodic sound, Maryam continues to be a beloved choice for baby girls around the world.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as mah-RYAHM (/ma.ri.jam/)
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Notable People Named Maryam
| Maryam Mirzakhani was an Iranian mathematician and the first woman to win the prestigious Fields Medal for her groundbreaking work in mathematics. |
| Maryam Monsef is an Afghan Canadian former politician who served as a Liberal member of the House of Commons of Canada and held various ministerial positions. |
| Maryam Rajavi is the leader of the People's Mujahedin of Iran (MEK) and president-elect of its National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), advocating for the overthrow of the Iranian government. |
| Maryam Yusuf Jamal is an Ethiopian-born Bahraini middle-distance runner, the first Bahraini athlete to win an Olympic gold medal in the 1,500m women's race at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London and a two-time world champion in the 1,500m. |
| Maryam d'Abo is a British actress famous for her role as Bond girl Kara Milovy in the 1987 James Bond film The Living Daylights. |
| Maryam al-Khawaja - Maryam Abdulhadi Al-Khawaja is a prominent Bahraini human rights activist and consultant, known for her work with various NGOs and her role as the Special Advisor on Advocacy with the Gulf Center for Human Rights. |
| Maryam Jameelah, an American-Pakistani author and advocate for conservative Islam, wrote extensively on Islamic culture and history, and was known for her writings about the West. |
| Maryam Khatoonpour Molkara was a prominent advocate for transgender rights in Iran and played a crucial role in establishing legal recognition for sex reassignment surgery. |
| Maryam Matar - Maryam Mohamed Fatma Matar is an Emirati geneticist, medical researcher, and radio host, known for being the first woman to serve as director-general in the government of Dubai and for founding the UAE Genetic Diseases Association. |
| Maryam Shafipour is an Iranian human rights activist who was sentenced to seven years in prison for her political activities but was released in July 2015 after international condemnation. |
| Maryam Bayramalibeyova - Maryam Teymur qizi Bayramalibeyova was a prominent Azerbaijani social activist and feminist. |
| Maryam Modjaz is a German-American astrophysicist known for her research on the death of massive stars and her role as a professor and Director of Equity and Inclusion at New York University. |
| Maryam Pougetoux is a French activist and student union leader, currently serving as the Vice-President of Unef, the National Union of Students of France. |
| Maryam Akbari Monfared is a prominent advocate for the People's Mojahedin of Iran and has experienced personal tragedy with the execution of several family members during the 1988 mass executions in Iran. |
| Maryam Sullivan - Maryam “Umm Juwayriyah” Sullivan is a versatile American writer known for her novel The Size of a Mustard Seed, the first published Islamic Urban fiction title. |
