Miria
Fact sheet
- Name
- Miria
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The feminine name Miria is an Italian variant of Miriam, which in turn derives from the Hebrew Mirjam. Translated, it means 'the beloved of God', 'the rebellious', 'the beloved', 'the plump', 'the bitter', 'the one coming from the sea', 'the drop of the sea', or 'the star of the sea'.
What does the name Miria mean?
The feminine name Miria is an Italian variant of Miriam, which in turn derives from the Hebrew Mirjam. Translated, it means 'the beloved of God', 'the rebellious', 'the beloved', 'the plump', 'the bitter', 'the one coming from the sea', 'the drop of the sea', or 'the star of the sea'. Its origins are not definitively established, but it is very likely that the name is of ancient Egyptian origin, derived from mry meaning 'beloved'. The name Maria and its original form Mirjam, along with their variants, are the most widely used Christian girl names. The Portuguese spelling is Miriã. Other variants include Miriama, Mirjami, Miryam, Myrjam, Mirijam, Mirian, Miriana, Miri, Mirja, Mirya, Mirija, and Mirije. The name became well-known through the mother of Jesus, and in this context, it is considered a symbol of pure and deep love.
Where does the name Miria come from?
Etymology Miria is a feminine first name of ancient Egyptian and ancient Aramaic origin meaning 'the beloved of God'. Ancient Egyptian Ancient Aramaic Ancient Hebrew
How do you pronounce Miria?
Sound & pronunciation of Miria: Miria sounds bright and flowing with vowel-rich openness. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'MI-ri-a' [ˈmiːʁi̯a], with the long I sound shaping the first syllable and bringing lightness to the sound. The consecutive vowels in the ending create a swinging, almost singing movement. This makes Miria appear feminine and elegant - soft, harmonious, and sonorous, with a delicate, translucent quality.
When is the name day of Miria?
The name day of Miria is April 2, August 15, August 26, and September 12.
Popularity
Miria is a common first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 3,210th in the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 2005 at 882nd. In the last ten years, Miria has been given as a first name about 100 times, placing it 2,455th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,265th.
Nicknames & pet names
Mi / Mia / Mimi / Mireile / Miri / Miriam / Mirimi
Famous people
- Miria Matembe (Politician from Uganda)
- Mirja Boes (Comedian)
Frequently asked questions about the name Miria
What does the name Miria mean?
Miria is a variant of the name Miriam and means 'the beloved of God'. The origins of the name are ancient Egyptian and ancient Aramaic and have various interpretations.
What gender is the name Miria?
Miria is a girl's name and is predominantly used for girls.
What nicknames are there for Miria?
Popular nicknames for Miria include Mi, Mia, Mimi, and Miri. These pet names are affectionate and easy to pronounce.
How is the name Miria pronounced?
The name Miria is generally pronounced as 'Mi-ria'. The emphasis is on the first syllable.