Mirriam
Girl nameMirriam has been given to 196 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It peaked in 1923.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
196
Peak year
1923 (11 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1917
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Mirriam — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Mirriam.
Sibling name ideas for Mirriam
Same era and popularity as Mirriam, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Mirriam?
Mirriam has been given to 196 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Mirriam peak?
Mirriam peaked in 1923, when 11 babies were given the name.
Is Mirriam a girl or boy name?
Mirriam is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Mirriam are girls).
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