Mirriam
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Mirriam first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 66 babies have been named Mirriam in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mirriam is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #68,839 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #68,839
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Mirriam
Mirriam is a girl name .
Mirriam is currently ranked #68,839 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mirriam include Mir, Mirr, Mirry, Mirrie, Iam, Iamy, Iamie, Miy, Miie, and Mirkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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