Miriam Lemire

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Miriam Lemire — beloved, wished-for
102K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Miriam Lemire is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Miriam is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew Miryam (מִרְיָם), the original form of Mary. Sister of Moses and Aaron, she led the Israelites in song after crossing the Red Sea. The surname Lemire: Alexxis Lemire (born 1996), American actress and model Chris Lemire (born 1983), Canadian soccer player Clarence P. LeMire (1886–1961), judge of the United States Tax Court Jeff Lemire (born 1976), Canadian cartoonist Maxim Lemire (born 1982), Canadian strongman and professional wrestler Jonathan Lemire (born 1979), American journalist and political commentator Miriam is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 102K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Miriam reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Miriam

Meaning: beloved, wished-for

Hebrew

From the Hebrew Miryam (מִרְיָם), the original form of Mary. Sister of Moses and Aaron, she led the Israelites in song after crossing the Red Sea.

Surname: Lemire

English

Alexxis Lemire (born 1996), American actress and model Chris Lemire (born 1983), Canadian soccer player Clarence P. LeMire (1886–1961), judge of the United States Tax Court Jeff Lemire (born 1976), Canadian cartoonist Maxim Lemire (born 1982), Canadian strongman and professional wrestler Jonathan Lemire (born 1979), American journalist and political commentator

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Miriam is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Miriam by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Miriam Lemire

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Miriam Lemire:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Miriam?
The first name Miriam originates from Hebrew. From the Hebrew Miryam (מִרְיָם), the original form of Mary. Sister of Moses and Aaron, she led the Israelites in song after crossing the Red Sea.
When was Miriam most popular?
The name Miriam reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lemire?
The surname Lemire originates from English. Alexxis Lemire (born 1996), American actress and model Chris Lemire (born 1983), Canadian soccer player Clarence P. LeMire (1886–1961), judge of the United States Tax Court Jeff Lemire (born 1976), Canadian cartoonist Maxim Lemire (born 1982), Canadian strongman and professional wrestler Jonathan Lemire (born 1979), American journalist and political commentator
What are the origins of the name Miriam Lemire?
The name Miriam Lemire combines two different traditions: the first name Miriam has Hebrew roots, while the surname Lemire originates from English.
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