girl · Hebrew

Miriaam

/MI-riaam/

Meaning: Wished-for child

Miriaam at a glance

Meaning: Wished-for child
Origin: Hebrew
Religion: Jewish
Gender: girl
Pronunciation: MI-riaam
Syllables: 2
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Miriam, Miriama, Miriamie, Miriem, Myriaam, Miriaami

Lucky details for Miriaam

Number: 5
Color: Turquoise
Stone: Emerald
Flower: Lavender
Day: Wednesday
Planet: Mercury
Zodiac: Gemini
Metal: Mercury alloy

Miriaam is a Hebrew name meaning “wished-for child”. It is a spelling variant of Miriam and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Miriaam for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Miriaam reduce to 5, a number linked with Mercury and with people who are charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere.

Numerology

Chaldean value 5 — Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety.

Personality

Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety

Positive Traits

Charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere

Negative Traits

Gets restless with routine and may struggle to sit still

Career Suggestions

Marketing, sales, journalism, software, entrepreneurship

Nicknames

Miri Miry Miy

Middle Names

Meera Mariammah Maanpree

Sibling Names

Aaron Caalle Ezria Joshuya

Compatible Names

Abigail Avivia Edenie Elishevia Naaomee Saria

FAQs about the name Miriaam

What does the name Miriaam mean?

Miriaam means “wished-for child” and comes from a Hebrew root.

Is Miriaam a boy or girl name?

Miriaam is most often used as a girl name today.

How do you pronounce Miriaam?

Miriaam is pronounced MI-riaam (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Miriaam?

The lucky number for Miriaam is 5, ruled by Mercury.

What are good nicknames for Miriaam?

Popular short forms include Miri, Miry, Miy.