UK girl's name
Mariame
A feminine name deriving from the Biblical name Miriam, with various meanings proposed such as "drop of the sea" or "sea of sorrow".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mariame is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mariame popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5581, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 3 births.
This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2014 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Mariame. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mariame ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 3 girls were registered as Mariame.
- • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mariame as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5581
2021
Births in 2021
3
Latest year
Peak year
2014
3 births
Estimated living
12
2026
Meaning
What does Mariame mean?
The name Mariame is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word "maryam," which is the Arabic form of the biblical name Mary. It is a feminine name that holds deep cultural and religious significance in the Islamic tradition.
Mariame can be traced back to the Quranic narrative, where Maryam, the mother of Prophet Isa (Jesus), is revered as a pious and virtuous woman. The name is mentioned numerous times in the Quran, and its meaning is often associated with concepts such as obedience, devotion, and purity.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Mariame can be found in ancient Arabic texts and historical records from the 7th century AD. During this time, it gained popularity among Muslim communities, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Mariame. One of the most prominent examples is Mariame of Quraysh (570-637 AD), a companion of Prophet Muhammad and one of the first converts to Islam. She played a significant role in the early Muslim community and is renowned for her wisdom and dedication.
Another notable figure is Mariame bint Imran (c. 12th century), a celebrated Sufi mystic and poet from Andalusia, Spain. Her profound spiritual writings and teachings have left a lasting impact on Islamic mysticism and literature.
In the 13th century, Mariame al-Nasiri (1213-1294) was a renowned scholar and historian from Damascus, Syria. She authored several important works on Islamic history and jurisprudence, making significant contributions to the intellectual discourse of her time.
During the Ottoman Empire, Mariame Sultan (1543-1605) was a prominent figure. She was the daughter of Sultan Selim II and played a influential role in the Ottoman court, known for her patronage of arts, architecture, and charitable endeavors.
In more recent times, Mariame Clément (1905-1986) was a celebrated French writer and feminist activist. Her literary works, which often explored themes of women's empowerment and social justice, earned her critical acclaim and numerous accolades.
These are just a few examples of the many remarkable individuals who have carried the name Mariame throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark in their respective fields and cultural contexts.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mariame over time
The chart below shows babies named Mariame registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2014 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mariame, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mariame by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mariame was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5537 | 6 | 2 |
| 2010s | #5679 | 6 | 2 |
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- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
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FAQ
Mariame: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mariame in the UK right now?
In 2021, Mariame was ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mariame most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 3 babies registered as Mariame in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mariame?
A feminine name deriving from the Biblical name Miriam, with various meanings proposed such as "drop of the sea" or "sea of sorrow".
How many people are called Mariame in the UK?
A total of 12 babies have been registered as Mariame across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.