What Does the Name Mariam Mean
The name Mariam comes from Biblical Greek roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Mariam below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Mariam Name Meaning
Biblical Greek, Georgian, Armenian, ArabicForm of MARIA used in the Greek Old Testament, as well as the Georgian and Armenian form. It is also a variant transcription of Arabic MARYAM.
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What does the name Mariam mean?
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