Miriam
uncertain; possibly 'sea of bitterness', 'rebellious', or 'beloved' (Hebrew/Egyptian)
Miriam is a biblical / english girl name in the Philippines. PSA rank #400 (20,527 records), 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
uncertain; possibly 'sea of bitterness', 'rebellious', or 'beloved' (Hebrew/Egyptian)
Miriam is a classic biblical name of Hebrew origin. In the Philippines, it has been widely adopted among Catholic and Protestant families alike, sustained by both religious naming customs and high-profile bearers in Philippine public life.
Derived from the Hebrew name Miryam (מִרְיָם), borne in the Old Testament by the sister of Moses and Aaron. It entered Philippine naming traditions through Christian biblical exposure and Western English and Spanish influence.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to Mimi, Yam, or Yammy. Highly recognized in the Philippines both as a classic biblical name and through notable figures like the late Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago and institutions like Miriam College.
Related forms
- Miryam Hebrew
- Míriam Spanish
- Maryam Arabic
Miriam with popular surnames
How the first name sits with a mother's maiden surname and father's surname.
About the name Miriam
How do I use Miriam with two Filipino surnames?
Miriam is the given name. The full name is Miriam + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Miriam a common girl name in the Philippines?
PSA rank #400 describes how often this given name appears in Philippine records — not whether it is a better name. Fit with both family surnames still matters more for the birth certificate.