Meriam
About Meriam
Meriam is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It can be considered a variant spelling of Miriam, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'sea of bitterness,' 'rebelliousness,' or possibly 'wished-for child.' The name appears in various forms across different cultures, including as a traditional Malay name. Meriam has a timeless quality that bridges ancient traditions and modern sensibilities. While less common than Miriam or Maryam, this spelling variation maintains the name's essential character while offering a slightly different visual presentation. The name carries associations with the biblical Miriam, sister of Moses, giving it historical and religious significance across several faith traditions.
Pronounced MEER-ee-um.
As of October 2026, Meriam ranked #9981 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #1343 in 1923.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Meriam on lists
Famous Meriams
- Meriam Bellina (born Ellisa Meriam Bellina Maria Bamboe)
Indonesian actress
- Meriam George
Pantene Miss Egypt 2005
- Meriam bint Abdullah Al
Khalifa, Bahraini royal who fled her country to marry a U.S. Marine
- Meriame Terchoun
Algerian,Swiss footballer