Myriam

Girl name

Myriam has been given to 3,160 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 2003. In 2025, about 1 in 59,528 girls was named Myriam.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

3,160

Peak year

2003 (115 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1912

10-year trend

▼ -29%

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Myriam — alternate spellings parents actually use.

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FAQ

How popular is the name Myriam?

Myriam has been given to 3,160 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Myriam peak?

Myriam peaked in 2003, when 115 babies were given the name.

Is Myriam a girl or boy name?

Myriam is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Myriam are girls).

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