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Maryam (مريم) is a girl's name of Arabic/Hebrew origin meaning Beloved, exalted (Mary). It appears in the Quran (Quran 19:16). Global Prayer Times lists the meaning, origin and related Islamic baby names below — one of 483 names in the free directory, with no ads or tracking.

Girl Arabic/Hebrew

Maryam

مريم

Meaning

Beloved, exalted (Mary)

📖 Quranic Reference

Quran 19:16

This name is mentioned in the Holy Quran

Gender

Girl's name

Origin

Arabic/Hebrew

Popularity

very popular

Maryam (مريم) is an Arabic name meaning "Beloved, exalted (Mary)". This name or its root appears in the Holy Quran (Quran 19:16), giving it special significance for Muslim parents. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so make your names good." (Abu Dawud)

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