How Many People Are Named Myriam?
Complete statistics for the name Myriam: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Myriam, a very rare female name, is held by just 2,870 people in the US today, making up 1 in 114,988 Americans. It peaked in popularity in 2003 with 115 births, but now it's declining, still considered a modern choice with 44% under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 38All 3,131 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2003Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Myriam Through the Generations
Myriam has seen its peak in recent times, with 115 births in 2003, marking a high point in its usage. Since then, the name has been on a steady decline, reflecting its status as a newer generation's choice. With an average age of 38, Myriam is predominantly found among younger adults, with 1,391 under 30, 1,171 aged between 30 and 60, and only 569 over 60, indicating a strong presence among modern families.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Myriam's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Myriam
How Many People Have the Name Myriam?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,870 people in the United States currently share the name Myriam. That works out to roughly 1 in every 114,988 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Myriam a Common or Rare Name?
Myriam is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Myriam Mean?
Myriam means "creative variant of Miriam" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Myriam in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Myriam Most Popular?
The name Myriam reached peak popularity in 2003, with 115 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Myriam?
Approximately 2,870 people named Myriam live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,131. That works out to roughly 1 in 114,988 Americans.
Is Myriam a rare name?
Myriam is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 114,988 Americans has this name.
What does the name Myriam mean?
Myriam means "creative variant of Miriam" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Myriam more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Myriam are male and 100% are female.
When was Myriam most popular?
Myriam peaked in 2003 with 115 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.