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Meanings

Armenian Baby Names Meaning:

In Armenian Baby Names the meaning of the name Miriam is: Rebellious.

Biblical Baby Names Meaning:

In Biblical Baby Names the meaning of the name Miriam is: Rebellion.

Hebrew Baby Names Meaning:

In Hebrew Baby Names the meaning of the name Miriam is: Rebellious. In the Old Testament, Miriam was the sister of Moses and Aaron.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Miriam is: Rebellious.

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