Mariam
Mariam is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the mother of Prophet Isa”.
| Meaning | Name of the mother of Prophet Isa |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic / Aramaic |
| Arabic spelling | مريم |
| Pronunciation | MAR-yam |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mariam
Mariam is a common spelling of Maryam, the mother of Prophet ʿĪsā (Jesus). She is the only woman named in the Quran, and a whole surah carries her name. The spelling Mariam is widespread in Egypt, West Africa and the Caucasus, and among Christian Arabs as well as Muslims.
Is Mariam a Muslim name?
Yes. Mariam is the name of Maryam, mother of Prophet Isa, who is honoured in the Quran as chosen above the women of the worlds.
Is Mariam in the Quran?
'And mention in the Book Maryam' (Quran 19:16).
Where is the name Mariam used?
Used worldwide by Muslims, and by Christians in many countries.
Gifts with the name Mariam
- Mariam name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Mariam baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Mariam
More girl names like Mariam
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mariam mean?
Mariam means 'Name of the mother of Prophet Isa'. It comes from Arabic / Aramaic.
Is Mariam a Muslim name?
Yes. Mariam is the name of Maryam, mother of Prophet Isa, who is honoured in the Quran as chosen above the women of the worlds.
How do you write Mariam in Arabic?
Mariam is written مريم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mariam?
Mariam is pronounced MAR-yam.
Is Mariam mentioned in the Quran?
'And mention in the Book Maryam' (Quran 19:16).