Miriam is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. It means "sea" or "rebelliousness." In the Bible, Miriam was the sister of Moses and Aaron. She was a prophetess and played a significant role in the Israelites' escape from Egypt.
The name Miriam has been used throughout history by various notable figures. For example, Miriam Moskowitz was an American mathematician who made significant contributions to number theory. Miriam Makeba was a South African singer known for her hit song "Pata Pata." Miriam Anderson is a Canadian actress known for her role in the TV series "Stargate Atlantis."
The name Miriam has also been used as a symbol of female empowerment and independence, perhaps due to its biblical association with a strong-willed woman who challenged authority. Today, it continues to be popular among parents seeking a meaningful and unique name for their daughters.
The statistics provided show the annual number of births with the name Miriam in the United States over several decades. The data spans from 1918 to 2017, providing a glimpse into the popularity of this name throughout the years.
In the early part of the 20th century, between 5 and 8 babies were named Miriam each year, with a total of 6 births in both 1918 and 1921. The trend continued similarly until the 1930s when there was a slight increase to 7 births in 1931 and a peak of 10 births in 1932.
The 1950s saw consistent numbers, with around 5 to 7 babies named Miriam each year. This trend continued into the 1960s and 1970s, with occasional peaks such as 8 births in 1974 and 9 births in 1975.
The 1980s witnessed a more significant increase in popularity, with 16 births recorded in 1989. This decade also saw consistent numbers around 6 to 8 births per year.
The 1990s started strong with 15 births in 1992 but then decreased, with the lowest point being just 5 births in both 1999 and 2002.
Finally, the most recent data point from 2017 shows a resurgence with 6 births that year.
Over the entire period from 1918 to 2017, there were a total of 280 babies named Miriam born in the United States. These statistics demonstrate how the popularity of the name Miriam has fluctuated over time, with periods of increased and decreased usage.