The nameMirjam
Mirjam is a girl's name, the German and Dutch form of Miriam. It was given in Austria mostly in the late 1980s.
- Girl's name
- Hebrew
Meaning
Mirjam comes from the Hebrew Miryam, the original form of Mary, whose meaning is debated.
Origin
Hebrew, through German and Dutch.
History
The name peaked in Austria in the late 1980s. In France, Myriam is preferred.
Popularity of the name Mirjam
Mirjam in Switzerland
Mirjam was most popular in Switzerland in the 2000s, with 370 births over the decade, 70% of all recorded babies named Mirjam. Half of all babies named Mirjam in Switzerland were born before 2005, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
Mirjam in Austria
Mirjam was most popular in Austria in the 1990s, with 303 births over the decade, 30% of all recorded babies named Mirjam. Half of all babies named Mirjam in Austria were born before 2000.
Variants and related names
Mirjam in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mirjam mean?
Mirjam comes from the Hebrew Miryam, the original form of Mary, whose meaning is debated.
What is the origin of the name Mirjam?
Hebrew, through German and Dutch.
Is Mirjam a girl's or a boy's name?
Mirjam is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Mirjam?
Variants and related names of Mirjam include Marie, Mary and Miriam.