The name Mariam: meaning and origin
- Mariam name meaning
- Mariam origin
- Georgian names
Mariam comes from the Hebrew Miriam and is the name of the Virgin Mary. In Georgia, traditionally seen as the land allotted to the Mother of God, the name is especially cherished.
Where does the name Mariam come from and what does it mean?
Mariam is a form of the Hebrew Miriam. Its original meaning is debated: it has been linked to beloved, bitter and lady of the sea. In the Christian world it is known as the name of the Virgin Mary.
Famous people named Mariam
The best-known bearer is the Virgin Mary. Georgian tradition holds that Georgia is the land allotted to the Mother of God, so the name has always been held in honour there.
When is the Mariam name day?
Mariamoba is celebrated on 28 August, the feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God.
What character is linked to the name Mariam?
People say Mariams are calm, compassionate and strong inside. Behind a gentle surface there is often an unshakable character. Common pet names: Mari, Mako, Mariko.
The numerology number of Mariam
In the Georgian alphabet every letter has a number value: ა is 1, ბ is 2, გ is 3 and so on. The letters of Mariam in Georgian (მარიამ) add up to 192, which reduces to 3. In numerology, 3 is the number of creativity, communication and joy. It is a playful tradition rather than science, but it is fun to see how well it fits.