Mariam
girl name#505 in 2025Mariam entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #491 in 2024, ranks #505 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1882–2025
#505
rank today
#491
peak (2024)
589
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #863 |
| 1890s | #1229 |
| 1900s | #1277 |
| 1910s | #1002 |
| 1920s | #979 |
| 1930s | #1250 |
| 1940s | #1798 |
| 1950s | #2188 |
| 1960s | #2065 |
| 1970s | #2070 |
| 1980s | #1268 |
| 1990s | #899 |
| 2000s | #671 |
| 2010s | #588 |
| 2020s | #562 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mariam has been most popular in NY, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 17,000 people named Mariam are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mariam alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mariam in 2025?
- Mariam ranks #505 among US girl names in 2025, with 589 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mariam most popular?
- Mariam peaked in 2024, reaching #491 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mariam with classmates?
- Mariam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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