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Name Origin

Mariam is a feminine given name of Arabic origin, meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved'. It is a variant spelling of Mary, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Miriam (מִרְיָם). In Islamic tradition, Mariam is revered as the mother of Jesus.

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Famous People

Mariam ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi (780-850)

Mathematician, Astronomer

  • Pioneer of Algebra
  • Introduced the concept of algorithms
  • Authored influential mathematical texts

Mariam Makeba (1932-2008)

Singer, Activist

  • Known as 'Mama Africa'
  • Championed anti-apartheid movement through music
  • Won Grammy Award for Best Folk Recording in 1966