Miriam
Female name · ★ Classic
46,765
Total Births
1924
Peak Year
#251
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Miriam
Miriam is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 46,765 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1920s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 769 births |
| 1890s | 1,565 births |
| 1900s | 2,541 births |
| 1910s | 5,601 births |
| 1920s | 6,518 births |
| 1930s | 3,561 births |
| 1940s | 2,870 births |
| 1950s | 3,829 births |
| 1960s | 3,172 births |
| 1970s | 2,528 births |
| 1980s | 2,973 births |
| 1990s | 3,846 births |
| 2000s | 4,081 births |
| 2010s | 2,050 births |
| 2020s | 861 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Miriam?
Miriam has been given to 46,765 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1924 with 756 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #251.
Is Miriam a boy or girl name?
Miriam is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Miriam most popular?
Miriam was most popular in 1924, when 756 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Miriam?
Miriam first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).