Mariama

Mariama is a female first name that has its roots in Arabic and West African culture. It represents a variant of the names Mariam and Maryam, which in turn are derived from the Hebrew Mirjam. The translation of the name is 'the gift of God,' 'the beloved,' 'the untamed,' 'the well-nourished,' 'the bitter,' 'the one coming from the sea,' 'the drop of the sea,' or 'the star of the sea.'

What does the name Mariama mean?

The first name Mariama is a variant form of the names Mariam and Maryam, which originate from the Hebrew Mirjam. In direct translation, it means 'the gift of God,' 'the beloved,' 'the untamed,' 'the well-nourished,' 'the bitter,' 'the one coming from the sea,' 'the drop of the sea,' or 'the star of the sea.' Although the exact origins are not definitively clarified, it is suspected to be of ancient Egyptian origin, derived from mry, meaning 'beloved.' The name Maria, along with its original form Mirjam, is among the most widely used Christian female names, with other variants including Mariyam, Marijam, Mariami, Mariamne, Mariamawit, Mariyama, and Marjam. The name gained prominence particularly through the mother of Jesus, making it a symbol of pure and deep love.

Where does the name Mariama come from?

Mariama is a female first name with ancient Aramaic and ancient Hebrew roots, meaning 'the gift of God.'

How do you pronounce Mariama?

The pronunciation of Mariama is four syllables and fluid. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'Ma-ri-a-ma' [maʁiˈaːma]. The name begins with an open A sound, conveying warmth and spaciousness. The middle syllables create a gentle, melodic movement through their vowel sequence, while the open final 'a' provides a harmonious conclusion. Mariama thus appears feminine and sonorous – it is traditional, modern, and simultaneously present.

When is the name day of Mariama?

The name day of Mariama is celebrated on April 2, August 15, August 26, and September 12.

Popularity

In Germany, the first name Mariama enjoys great popularity. It currently ranks 776th in the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, Mariama has been given as a first name about 370 times, placing it 1,058th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 1,134th. The worldwide popularity and frequency of Mariama is reflected in its rankings in various countries over recent years.

Nicknames & pet names

Mari / Mary / Nana / Ria

Similar first names

Famous people

• Mariama Bâ (Senegalese author)
• Mariama Ba (writer from the USA)
• Mariama Cissé (Nigerien judge & women's rights activist)
• Mariama Goodman (British singer)
• Mariama Signate (French handball player)
• Mariama Souley Bana (swimmer)