Maryam Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maryam is an Arabic name derived from the Hebrew Miriam, meaning 'beloved' or 'rebellious'. It has evolved through various languages, retaining its significance in religious contexts, particularly in Christianity and Islam. The name is often associated with traits of grace and purity, and it has historical roots dating back to biblical times.
The name Maryam is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maryam has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maryam' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8234th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2922nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1709th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 966th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 521st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maryam' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maryam"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛr.jəm/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Maryam is derived from the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Miriam, which is believed to mean 'sea of bitterness' or 'rebelliousness'.
Meaning
beloved, rebellious
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Maryam (Arabic), Mary (English)
Biblical Background
Maryam is associated with Mary, the mother of Jesus, and is a significant figure in both Christianity and Islam.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian tradition from the 1st century onward, particularly in Europe, due to its biblical associations.
Variants & Derivatives
Mary, Miriam, Maria, Marie
Modern Popularity & Image
Maryam is viewed positively and is often associated with grace and purity. It remains a popular name in many cultures.
Famous People
Maryam Mirzakhani, Iranian mathematician and the first woman to win the Fields Medal, Maryam Rajavi, Iranian political leader
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maryam"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Maryam"
"Maryam" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8234th of 12526 | 30 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2922nd of 19264 | 393 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1709th of 27321 | 1,258 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 966th of 35406 | 4,045 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 521st of 30306 | 7,248 |
Regional Popularity of "Maryam" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Maryam" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.97% 2290th/2937 |
60.18% 2096th/3483 |
93.23% 3280th/3518 |
64.61% 2613th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.77% 1871st/3685 |
29.88% 1337th/4475 |
41.51% 2156th/5194 |
23.90% 1510th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.29% 884th/4582 |
12.03% 621st/5164 |
14.48% 1059th/7313 |
15.49% 1156th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
11.32% 451st/3984 |
6.91% 310th/4487 |
9.47% 646th/6822 |
10.33% 648th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maryam"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maryam" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.