Meryem
Meryem is a Muslim girl name meaning “Turkish form of Maryam (Mary)”.
| Meaning | Turkish form of Maryam (Mary) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Maryam |
| Arabic spelling | مريم |
| Pronunciation | mer-YEM |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Meryem
Meryem is the Turkish form of Maryam, the mother of the Prophet ʿIsa and the only woman named in the Quran. Turkish vowel harmony turns Maryam into Meryem. The name is also widely used in Morocco and Algeria with the same spelling.
Is Meryem a Muslim name?
Yes. Meryem is the Turkish and Maghrebi form of Maryam, one of the most respected women in Islam.
Is Meryem in the Quran?
Maryam is named in the Quran: 'O Maryam, indeed Allah has chosen you and purified you' (Quran 3:42).
Where is the name Meryem used?
Common in Turkey, Morocco and Algeria.
Gifts with the name Meryem
- Meryem name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Meryem baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Meryem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Meryem mean?
Meryem means 'Turkish form of Maryam (Mary)'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Maryam.
Is Meryem a Muslim name?
Yes. Meryem is the Turkish and Maghrebi form of Maryam, one of the most respected women in Islam.
How do you write Meryem in Arabic?
Meryem is written مريم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Meryem?
Meryem is pronounced mer-YEM.
Is Meryem mentioned in the Quran?
Maryam is named in the Quran: 'O Maryam, indeed Allah has chosen you and purified you' (Quran 3:42).