Miriam

Meaning

“Hebrew form of Mary, of uncertain meaning (proposed: 'beloved', 'wished-for child', 'bitter')”

Source

Cultural Notes

The original Hebrew form of Mary; in the Bible Miriam was the sister of Moses and Aaron, and a prophetess.

Popularity

Famous People Named Miriam

• •Miriam Makeba, Miriam Hopkins

Variants & Spellings

• Miri, Mary, Maria