Mirriam
Mirriam is a girl baby name. Ranked #68,839 in the US, popular nicknames include Mir, Miy, and Mirie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
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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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #68,839
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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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, Miy, Mirie, and Mirrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis