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Miriam

American

[mir-ee-uhm] / ˈmɪr i əm /

noun

(in the Bible) the sister of Moses and Aaron.
a female given name, form of Mary.

Miriam British

/ ˈmɪrɪəm /

noun

Douay name: Mary. Old Testament the sister of Moses and Aaron. (Numbers 12:1–15)

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Etymology

Origin of Miriam

From Late Latin Mariam, from Greek Mariám, from Hebrew Miryām, of uncertain origin; see also Mary ( def. )

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Miriam

Saying “I want friends” is too broad, said Miriam Kirmayer, a clinical psychologist who specializes in adult friendship.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026

"A strong message needs to be sent," Miriam Bue, spokesperson for the Spanish tenants' union, told AFP.

From Barron's ● Sep. 28, 2026

Weinstein said he has “remorse for Miriam Haley’s pain,” but maintained that he’s innocent.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026

Miriam Lee, 17, from Kettering, Northamptonshire, died from sudden cardiac arrest in 2016.

From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026

“Trust him, but never believe him. Have seconds. Thirds. Miriam would insist.”

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz

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