Myriam

Hebrew or Egyptian

"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

Myriam Origin and Meaning

The name Myriam is a girl's name.

Myriam is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, representing a variant spelling of Miriam. In the Bible, Miriam was Moses' sister who watched over him as a baby in the bulrushes. The name's meaning has been interpreted variously as 'sea of bitterness,' 'rebelliousness,' or 'wished-for child.' This spelling variant is particularly popular in French-speaking regions and Latin American countries. Myriam carries an elegant, international flair with its 'y' spelling, while maintaining the historical depth and cultural significance of the original. The name projects strength, wisdom, and faithfulness, inspired by its biblical associations. It offers a slightly distinctive alternative to the more common Miriam while preserving its rich heritage.

Famous People Named Myriam

• Myriam Fares Lebanese pop singer
• Emilie "Myriam" François Cerrah, French TV journalist
• Myriam Soumaré French sprinter
• Myriam Ullens de Schooten Whettnall German baroness and entrepreneur
• Myriam Merlet Haitian activist
• Myriam Klink Lebanese model and singer
• Myriam Hernández (born Miriam Raquel Hernández Navarro) Chilean singer and TV personality

The name Myriam in Pop Culture

• Myriam Scuttlebutt character from 'Ace Attorney'