Mariyam
Mariyam is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of the Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus”.
| Meaning | Name of the Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (from Hebrew Miryam) |
| Arabic spelling | مريم |
| Pronunciation | MAR-yam |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mariyam
Mariyam is a South Asian and East African spelling of Maryam, the mother of the Prophet ʿĪsā (Jesus). She is the only woman named in the Quran, and a whole surah, Surat Maryam, carries her name. The extra 'i' reflects how the name is often pronounced in Urdu, Swahili and Malayalam. Its ultimate source is the Hebrew Miryam, whose meaning is debated.
Is Mariyam a Muslim name?
Yes. Mariyam (Maryam) is one of the most honoured Muslim names, after Maryam the mother of Jesus, whom the Quran holds up as a model of faith.
Is Mariyam in the Quran?
Maryam is named many times, as in 'And mention in the Book Mary, when she withdrew from her family' (Quran 19:16).
Where is the name Mariyam used?
Used worldwide; the Mariyam spelling is especially common in India, Pakistan, the Maldives and East Africa.
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Spellings and variants of Mariyam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mariyam mean?
Mariyam means 'Name of the Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus'. It comes from Arabic (from Hebrew Miryam).
Is Mariyam a Muslim name?
Yes. Mariyam (Maryam) is one of the most honoured Muslim names, after Maryam the mother of Jesus, whom the Quran holds up as a model of faith.
How do you write Mariyam in Arabic?
Mariyam is written مريم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mariyam?
Mariyam is pronounced MAR-yam.
Is Mariyam mentioned in the Quran?
Maryam is named many times, as in 'And mention in the Book Mary, when she withdrew from her family' (Quran 19:16).