Mariamu is a Swahili name of Arabic origin, derived from Maryam, which means 'sea of bitterness'. It is often used among speakers of Swahili and other East African languages, particularly in Tanzania and Kenya. The name Mariamu has gained international recognition due to its association with notable figures such as Mariamu Mbololwa, a Tanzanian politician and former Minister for Community Development, Gender and Children.
"The name Mariamu was quite popular in 1999 with six births that year."