Miri

Hebrew or Egyptian

"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

Miri Origin and Meaning

The name Miri is a girl's name of Hebrew/Israeli origin.

Miri is a charming feminine name with diverse cultural roots. In Hebrew, it means 'bitter' or 'rebellion,' though it's often associated with Miriam. In Swahili, Miri suggests 'mystery,' while in Japanese it can mean 'truth' or 'reason.' The name appears in various cultures, including as a Maori name meaning 'twine' or as a diminutive for Miriam or Miranda in Western contexts. Miri has gained appreciation for its brevity and melodic quality. In popular culture, the name received attention through characters in works like Star Trek. Its simplicity makes it easy to pronounce across languages, appealing to parents seeking a short but meaningful international name with a gentle, feminine sound.

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Famous People Named Miri

• Miriam "Miri" Regev Israeli politician
• Miri Aloni Israeli folksinger
• Miri Ben Ari, Israeli,American violinist
• Miri Bohadana Israeli model
• Miri Hanai Japanese model
• Miri Mesika Israeli singer and actress
• Miranda "Miri" Chamberlain author of the webcomic "Riverside Extras"

The name Miri in Pop Culture

• Miriam "Miri" Linky main character in film "Zack and Miri Make a Porno"
• Miri Larendaughter character from "Princess Academy" by Shannon Hale
• Miri a girl featured on the episode "Miri" in "Star Trek"
• Miriam 'Miri' Ammerman main character in the novel "In the Unlikely Event" by Judy Blume