Mariamou
Mariamou is a Muslim girl name meaning “Maryam, mother of Prophet ʿĪsā”.
| Meaning | Maryam, mother of Prophet ʿĪsā |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic / Hebrew, West African form |
| Arabic spelling | مريم |
| Pronunciation | mah-ree-ah-MOO |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mariamou
Mariamou is a Francophone West African form of Maryam, adding the final -ou found in many Fula and Mande names. Maryam, mother of the Prophet ʿĪsā (Jesus), is the only woman named in the Quran and has a whole sura named after her. The name's ultimate meaning is debated; it is often linked to Hebrew Miryam.
Is Mariamou a Muslim name?
Yes. Mariamou is a form of Maryam, the honoured mother of Prophet Isa and the only woman named in the Quran.
Is Mariamou in the Quran?
Maryam is named in the Quran, as in 'O Maryam, indeed Allah has chosen you and purified you' (Quran 3:42), and Sura 19 bears her name.
Where is the name Mariamou used?
Used in Benin, Togo, Niger, Cameroon and Guinea.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mariamou mean?
Mariamou means 'Maryam, mother of Prophet ʿĪsā'. It comes from Arabic / Hebrew, West African form.
Is Mariamou a Muslim name?
Yes. Mariamou is a form of Maryam, the honoured mother of Prophet Isa and the only woman named in the Quran.
How do you write Mariamou in Arabic?
Mariamou is written مريم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mariamou?
Mariamou is pronounced mah-ree-ah-MOO.
Is Mariamou mentioned in the Quran?
Maryam is named in the Quran, as in 'O Maryam, indeed Allah has chosen you and purified you' (Quran 3:42), and Sura 19 bears her name.