Mejrem
Fact sheet
- Name
- Mejrem
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The name Mejrem is a female first name that translates to 'the beloved of God', 'the beloved', 'the bitter', 'the corpulent', 'the rebellious', 'the star of the sea', 'the drop of the sea', or 'the one coming from the sea'. It is regarded as an Albanian form of Maryam (مريم), an Arabic variant of the biblical name Miriam, which has its origin in the Hebrew Mirjam.
What does the name Mejrem mean?
Mejrem is a girl's name that carries the meanings 'the beloved of God', 'the beloved', 'the bitter', 'the corpulent', 'the rebellious', 'the star of the sea', 'the drop of the sea', or 'the one coming from the sea'. It is regarded as an Albanian spelling of Maryam (مريم), an Arabic variant of the biblical name Miriam, which originally traces back to the Hebrew Mirjam. The exact origins are not clearly defined, but it is believed that the name has ancient Egyptian roots and is derived from mry meaning 'beloved'. Maria and its original form Mirjam, as well as their variants, are among the most commonly used Christian girl names. Other variants include Mariem, Marieme, Meriem, Meriam, Meryem, Merjem, Mejrema, Mejreme, Meyrem, Meriuma, and Meriyam. The name has become known through the mother of Jesus and is regarded in this context as a symbol of pure and deeply felt love.
How do you pronounce Mejrem?
The pronunciation of Mejrem is both compact and gentle. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'MEJ-rem' [ˈmeɪʁɛm], with the diphthong in the first syllable shaping the phonetic entry. The rounded 'r' harmoniously connects with the clear '-em' at the end. This sound structure gives Mejrem a characterful, warm, and calm presence.
When is the name day of Mejrem?
The name days for Mejrem are April 2, August 15, August 26, and September 12.
Popularity
In Germany, Mejrem is a relatively common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,210th on the list of the most popular female first names. Its best placement was in 2008, when it reached 1,636th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 90 times as a first name, placing it 2,565th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Mejrem ranks 2,677th.
Nicknames & pet names
Memi / Meri
Frequently asked questions about the name Mejrem
What is the origin of the name Mejrem?
Mejrem has its roots in Old Aramaic and Old Hebrew. The name is derived from 'mirjam', which means 'bitterness', and 'mry', which means 'beloved'. There are also ancient Egyptian influences, as 'mry' stands for 'beloved'.
What meanings are associated with the name Mejrem?
Mejrem carries several meanings, including 'the beloved of God', 'the beloved', 'the bitter', and 'the star of the sea'. The name is often associated with love and devotion.
How popular is the name Mejrem?
Mejrem is common in Albanian and Muslim cultures. The name is among the variants of Maryam, which is regarded in many Christian traditions as a symbol of pure love, enhancing its popularity.