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Marion vs Mariam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mariam

Girl #492 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Arabic Persian Armenian Georgian Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#492
Total SSA Count
621
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marion Rank #1,863
Mariam Rank #492

Mariam is more popular, ranked #492 vs #1863 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion or Mariam more popular?

Mariam is more popular, ranked #492 compared to Marion at #1863 in the United States.

What do Marion and Mariam mean?

Marion means "beloved" (Hebrew via French origin). Mariam means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew origin).

Are Marion and Mariam boy or girl names?

Marion is primarily a girl name. Mariam is primarily a girl name.

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