Mariama Girl

Popularity: #873 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationmah-REE-ah-mah / mɑːˈriːə.mə

Arabic; African

Meaning

Arabic: 'beloved'; African: 'gift from God'

Historical & Cultural Background

Mariama is a name with roots in both Arabic and various African cultures. In Arabic-speaking regions, it is often associated with love and affection. In some African cultures, it is considered a name that signifies a divine blessing. The name is used in various forms across different countries, reflecting its diverse heritage.

Trend Summary

The name Mariama has seen moderate popularity in the U.S., particularly within African and Arabic communities.

Similar Names

MariaMiriamMarianaMayaMiraMinaMalikaMarina

Variants

  • Mariam
  • Maryama

International Variants

  • Mariam (Arabic)
  • Maryama (African)

Famous people named Mariama

Mariama Bâ was a Senegalese author known for her feminist literature.

Mariama Diallo is a prominent Malian singer recognized for her contributions to traditional music.

Fictional characters named Mariama

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Sibling Suggestions

AmaraZaharaLeilaFatimaAminaSamira

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mariama was first seen in the United States in 1971. Mariama has ranked as high as #1283 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, Maryland, Georgia, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Mariama has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Mariama (2024)

StateBirthsShare
NY 26
58%
OH 9
20%
GA 5
11%
PA 5
11%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19718
197218
197311
197418
197511
19769
197714
197810
197917
19809
19819
19826
19838
19847
19855
19866
19889
198916
199013
199122
199237
199341
199443
199535
199640
199748
199844
199951
200055
200169
200260
200370
200466
200562
200663
200765
200870
200954
201056
201174
201258
201359
201455
201550
201672
201750
201868
201956
202062
202157
202253
202353
202477