Maryam
Meaning: A 2-syllable name with a strong quality
Origin: Arabic/Persian
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #310
Total births: 643
History: Maryam surged in the 2010s as Australia's Muslim community grew. The Arabic form of Mary represents the diversification of Australian naming and the country's multicultural evolution.
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| Current rank (2025) | #65 |
| Babies named Maryam in 2025 | 107 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 643 |
| Peak year | 2025 (107 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #65 |
| Years in records | 2015–2025 (8 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 32 spots |
Frequently asked about Maryam
What does the name Maryam mean?
Maryam means “A 2-syllable name with a strong quality” from Arabic/Persian roots.
What is the origin of the name Maryam?
Maryam has Arabic/Persian origin. The traditional meaning is “A 2-syllable name with a strong quality”.
How popular is Maryam in Australia?
Maryam ranked #65 in Australia in 2025 — given to 107 babies that year.
When was Maryam most popular?
Maryam peaked in 2025 with 107 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Maryam a boy or girl name?
Maryam is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Maryams in registered births are female.
Is the name Maryam rising or falling in popularity?
Maryam has risen 32 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #97 in 2020 to #65 in 2025.
How long has Maryam been recorded in Australia?
Maryam appears in birth records in Australia across 8 years — from 2015 through 2025.