Miriam vs Marion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miriam

Girl #250 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew

Jewish Christian Arabic Ethiopian

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Girl #1,863 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beloved"

Origin: Hebrew via French

French English American Belgian

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Miriam Rank #250

Marion Rank #1,863

Miriam is more popular, ranked #250 vs #1863 for Marion.

Is Miriam or Marion more popular?

Miriam is more popular, ranked #250 compared to Marion at #1863 in the United States.

What do Miriam and Marion mean?

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

Are Miriam and Marion boy or girl names?

Miriam is primarily a girl name. Marion is primarily a girl name.